Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers
hese Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers are one of the easiest Christmas treats you’ll make this holiday season! Made with crunchy Biscoff cookies, melted chocolate, and festive sprinkles, these adorable no-bake Christmas cookies take just 5 minutes to put together. They’re perfect for holiday parties, Christmas dessert boards, or dipping into a cozy mug of hot chocolate!
If there’s one thing I love during the holidays, it’s finding simple ways to make something look extra special without spending hours in the kitchen. And these little Christmas trees are exactly that! All you need are a few ingredients, a piping bag, and some festive sprinkles to turn store-bought cookies into the cutest holiday treat.
I especially love serving these alongside my holiday hot cocoa or adding them to a Christmas dessert platter. They’re easy enough for the kids to help make, and you can even prepare them ahead of time for holiday entertaining.
Looking for more easy Christmas treats? You’ll also love my Santa Cheesecake Cups and Christmas Tree Cheese Bites for simple, festive recipes that make holiday entertaining a breeze!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These easy Christmas cookie dippers are proof that you don’t need a complicated recipe to make something fun and festive for the holidays!
- Only a few ingredients: Biscoff cookies, chocolate, sprinkles, and optional coconut oil are all you need.
- Ready to assemble in 5 minutes: No baking, complicated decorating, or homemade cookie dough required.
- Perfect for hot chocolate: The crunchy cookies and chocolate topping make the cutest little hot cocoa dippers.
- Kid-friendly: Let the kids pipe their own Christmas trees and decorate with their favorite holiday sprinkles.
- Great for holiday parties: Add them to a Christmas cookie platter, dessert board, or hot chocolate bar.
- Easy to make ahead: Prepare them before your holiday gathering so there’s one less thing to worry about.
What You’ll Need
You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these adorable Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers! The best part is that you can easily customize them with different chocolates and festive decorations.
- Biscoff Cookies: I love using Lotus Biscoff cookies because they’re crunchy, sturdy, and have a delicious caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with chocolate. Their rectangular shape also makes the perfect little Christmas tree trunk.
- Dark Chocolate Chips: Melted chocolate creates the Christmas tree shape on top of each cookie. You can also use semi-sweet or milk chocolate if you prefer.
- Coconut Oil (Optional): A small amount can help thin the melted chocolate for easier piping. You don’t need much!
- Holiday Sprinkles: Use your favorite Christmas sprinkles to decorate the trees. I love a combination of red, green, white, and gold for a festive finish.
You’ll find the exact measurements and printable instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers
These adorable cookie dippers come together so quickly, but a few little steps make all the difference in getting that picture-perfect look! Below, I’ll walk you through exactly how I make them — and you can scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact ingredient amounts and timing.
Making these no-bake Christmas cookies couldn’t be easier! With just a few simple steps, you’ll have the cutest little chocolate Christmas trees ready for your holiday dessert table.
1. Melt the chocolate. Add the chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in a small amount of coconut oil if needed to make the chocolate easier to pipe.
2. Prepare your piping bag. Transfer the melted chocolate into a piping bag or a small zip-top bag. Snip a tiny opening at the bottom so you can control the chocolate as you decorate.
3. Arrange the cookies. Place your Biscoff cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between each cookie.
4. Pipe the Christmas trees. Starting near the top of each cookie, pipe the melted chocolate in a zigzag pattern, gradually making the lines wider as you work your way down. Leave the bottom portion of the cookie uncovered to resemble a Christmas tree trunk.
5. Add the sprinkles. While the chocolate is still melted, immediately decorate each tree with festive Christmas sprinkles.
6. Let the chocolate set. Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature until the chocolate hardens, or place them in the refrigerator for a few minutes to speed things up.
7. Serve and enjoy! Arrange your Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers on a holiday platter or serve them alongside a warm mug of hot chocolate!
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Expert Tips & Variations
These Christmas cookie dippers are incredibly simple, but a few little tricks will help make them turn out perfectly every time!
- Don’t overheat the chocolate. Microwave in short intervals and stir frequently to keep the chocolate smooth and prevent burning.
- Use a small piping tip. The smaller the opening, the easier it is to create neat Christmas tree shapes.
- Leave room for the trunk. Don’t cover the entire Biscoff cookie with chocolate! Leaving the bottom exposed makes the tree design stand out.
- Decorate immediately. Add your sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet so they stick.
- Try white chocolate. Swap the dark chocolate for white chocolate for a snowy Christmas tree look.
- Make green Christmas trees. Use green candy melts for a fun, colorful variation without needing to tint regular chocolate.
- Add a star on top. Finish each tree with a star-shaped sprinkle for an extra festive touch.
- Use different cookies. Shortbread fingers or other sturdy rectangular cookies work well if you don’t have Biscoff.
- Double the recipe. These are perfect for holiday parties and edible gifts, so making an extra batch is always a good idea!
What to Serve With Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers
One of my favorite ways to serve these Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers is alongside a big mug of hot chocolate! The combination of crunchy Biscoff cookies and rich melted chocolate is so good with a warm holiday drink.
They’re also perfect for adding to a Christmas dessert board with chocolate-covered pretzels, peppermint bark, and your favorite holiday cookies.
For Christmas parties, I love arranging them in a festive mug or placing them next to a hot cocoa station so guests can grab one to dip into their drinks. They’re such a simple way to make a holiday gathering feel a little more special!
Make Ahead & Storage
These no-bake Christmas cookies are perfect for prepping ahead, especially during the busy holiday season when you have a million other things to do!
- Make Ahead: Prepare the cookie dippers 1–3 days before your holiday party. Allow the chocolate to set completely before storing.
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 5–7 days. Place parchment paper between layers to protect the decorations.
- Refrigerator: If your kitchen is warm, you can refrigerate the cookies in an airtight container. Let the container come toward room temperature before opening to help minimize condensation.
- Freezing: I prefer making these fresh rather than freezing them, since thawing can cause condensation and affect the cookies’ crunch and chocolate decorations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers
Q: What kind of cookies work best for the base?
I love using Lotus Biscoff cookies because they’re sturdy and have that warm, caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with chocolate. But really, any rectangular or oval-shaped cookie works! Try shortbread fingers, wafer cookies, graham cracker rectangles, or even gluten-free alternatives. The key is to choose a cookie that’s flat, firm, and doesn’t crumble easily when you pipe the chocolate on top.
Q: How do I melt chocolate so it’s smooth and not clumpy?
The trick is low and slow heat! Always melt your chocolate in short 20-second microwave bursts, stirring well each time to prevent burning. You can also use a double boiler for extra control. Adding a small amount of coconut oil or shortening helps create that glossy, pourable consistency that’s perfect for piping your Christmas trees. Avoid adding water — even a drop can cause the chocolate to seize and harden.
Q: Can I use candy melts instead of real chocolate?
Yes! Candy melts are an easy, mess-free option and come in festive holiday colors like green, red, and white — no food coloring needed. They also harden quickly and are great for kids to decorate with. If you prefer a richer flavor, though, real chocolate (dark, milk, or white) gives a deeper, more decadent taste. It really depends on whether you want convenience or that true chocolate flavor.
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Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers
Ingredients
- 12 Lotus Biscoff cookies
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ teaspoon coconut oil optional
- 2 tablespoons festive Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the cookies: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the Biscoff cookies in a single layer.
- Melt the chocolate: Add the chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted and smooth. Stir in the coconut oil if needed to thin the chocolate.
- Prepare the piping bag: Transfer the melted chocolate to a piping bag or small zip-top bag. Snip a small opening in the corner.
- Make the Christmas trees: Starting near the top of each Biscoff cookie, pipe the melted chocolate in a zigzag pattern, gradually making the lines wider as you work toward the bottom. Leave a small portion of the cookie uncovered to resemble the tree trunk.
- Decorate: Immediately add festive Christmas sprinkles while the chocolate is still melted.
- Let the chocolate set: Allow the cookies to sit at room temperature until the chocolate hardens, approximately 10–20 minutes, or refrigerate for 5–10 minutes until firm.
- Serve and enjoy: Arrange the Christmas Tree Cookie Dippers on a festive platter or serve alongside a warm mug of hot chocolate!
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Notes
- Chocolate Options: Dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate all work beautifully. You can also use green candy melts for a colorful Christmas tree design.
- Easy Piping: Use a small opening in your piping bag for better control when creating the Christmas tree shapes.
- Decorating Tip: Add the sprinkles immediately after piping so they stick to the chocolate before it hardens.
- Cookie Substitutions: Shortbread fingers or other sturdy rectangular cookies can be used instead of Biscoff cookies.
- Make Ahead: Prepare these cookie dippers up to 3 days in advance and store in an airtight container.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 5–7 days.
- Serving Suggestion: These are perfect for Christmas hot chocolate bars, holiday dessert boards, and edible Christmas gifts.
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