Best 2 Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece Recipes
Christmas is the time for shared joy, laughter and togetherness. Family and friends gather from all corners to celebrate the most beautiful time of the year. And how can a celebration be complete without food? Food is the heart of any gathering, especially during festivals. This Christmas, let's gather around the table and enjoy an edible centerpiece that will make your taste buds dance with joy - A Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece. This festive and delicious creation is a masterpiece that will be a delightful treat for all your guests.
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CHRISTMAS TREE EDIBLE CENTERPIECE
I used a mix of cauliflower from the gardenia mix, broccoli and boccoflower for a contrast of color. I quickly blanched the broccoli and broccoflower heads very quickly (just seconds) in salted boiling water and the chilled to brighten the color!You'll need Styrofoam cone and toothpicks. I also used a platter that has a center with with a dip basin which is not really needed.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Cauliflower
Time 20m
Yield 20-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place foam on platter.
- Using toothpicks secure lettuce on foam just to cover.
- Starting with the largest broccoli and broccoflower heads place on foam starting at the base and work your way up securing with toothpicks.
- Push 1/2 the carrots randomly into the foam.
- Take the rest of the veggies cut into small pieces and fill in the empty spots and brighten up the tree. Using toothpicks only IF needed.
- Mix the remaining carrots with the juice from the carrots, remaining vegetables with the juice from the gardenia mix and place around the base of the tree.
- Top with the star.
- Serve with a dip of choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31, Fat 0.2, Sodium 65.1, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 1.9
SHOW STOPPING CHRISTMAS TREE CENTERPIECE (EDIBLE)
This will stop people in their tracks at any Christmas party or buffet. You need a styrofoam tree (from the craft store). I got this idea from a Gooseberry Patch Christmas book about 10 years ago, and use this for any buffet or party we go to. You will also need a piece of cardboard, toothpicks and foil. Encourage guests to eat the "tree." They may not want to at first.
Provided by pamela t.
Categories Winter
Time 30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature.
- Cover stryrofoam tree base with plastic wrap. Pull tightly and make it smooth.
- Using a frosting knife or spatula, cover the entire tree with cream cheese (not the bottom).
- Layer ingredients starting at the bottom, one row per ingredient.
- Stick a toothpick into the foam and attach the food item to the toothpick.
- Make layers even
- I usually start with cherry tomatoes on the bottom since they are tought enough to hold the weight of the next item.
- Layer the foods in the color combination you like.
- You may repeat layers.
- cover any holes with parsley.
- Buy an inexpensive small star for the top.
- Refrigerate until serving.
- Cut a 22" piece of cardboard.
- Cover it with foil.
- Put the tree in the center and scatter crackers and a couple of bowls of cocktail sauce at the base.
- Encourage guests to eat the tree. They may not want to "ruin" it. Please tell them it's okay.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.2, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 63, Sodium 391, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 6.9
Tips:
- Choose a sturdy base for your centerpiece: A bread loaf, a round of cheese, or a pineapple are all good options.
- Use a variety of fruits and vegetables: This will add color and variety to your centerpiece. Some good options include grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, oranges, apples, pears, and carrots.
- Be creative with your design: You can use a variety of techniques to create a unique and festive centerpiece. For example, you can use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from fruits and vegetables, or you can use toothpicks to attach fruits and vegetables to each other.
- Keep your centerpiece refrigerated until you are ready to serve it: This will help to keep it fresh and prevent it from spoiling.
Conclusion:
With a little creativity and planning, you can create a beautiful and delicious edible centerpiece that will be the highlight of your holiday table. So get creative and have fun with it!
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