Step 1

Bake firm batter cake (such as pound cake) 1 in. high in sheet pan. Use tree cutter to cut tree; trim trunk area off tree. Place cake on cooling grid positioned over sheet pan. Add a small amount of melted white candy to melted green candy to lighten shade. Cover cakes with melted candy; let set.

Step 2

Use small knife to cut holes in cake to accommodate arms and legs. Trim licorice to 1 1/2 in. lengths and insert into cake.

Step 3

Roll out tinted fondant and cut black eyebrows, pupils and mouth; green nose, brown shoes, pink cheeks and tongue. Use medium star cut out to cut star. Attach all pieces to cake with melted candy.

*Note: Combine Brown and Red-Red for brown shown.