How to Pipe Christmas tree and holly leaf decorations onto cupcakes

Christmas is The holiday of the year for many bakers, as the festive occasion offers more than enough excuses to bring out their best cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and yummy desserts. All red and green and Christmas-themed, of course. Christmas allows those creative juices to flow, but offers up very specific icons to work with.

The Christmas tree and holly leaf are two of the best known symbols of the holiday, and they're incorporated into everything from home decor to cookies. If you love Christmas and want to make your cupcakes more festive, watch this tutorial to learn how to pipe Christmas tree and holly leaf decorations.

These little decorations made from royal icing are quick and easy to do and look really cute on cupcakes for Christmas.