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Christmas Tree Bread

Delicious Christmas Tree Bread That Brings Holiday Cheer

Delight your guests with this festive Christmas Tree Bread, a cheesy pull-apart appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Refrigerated Pizza Dough Substitution: Homemade dough enhances flavor and freshness.
For the Cheesy Filling
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese Substitution: Low-moisture mozzarella is easier to handle.
  • 4 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese
For the Herb Butter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 large Egg Beaten
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary For garnish
  • 6 pieces Cherry Tomatoes For garnish
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Soften the refrigerated pizza dough at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Mix together melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, rosemary, pinch of salt, and any optional spices in a small bowl.
  4. Roll pizza dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick and cut into circles.
  5. Stack the dough circles to create the trunk of your Christmas tree, layering with cheese.
  6. Form the Christmas tree shape with remaining dough, angling the layers to create the tree silhouette.
  7. Brush the assembled tree shape with the herb butter mixture.
  8. Apply a light egg wash over the tree and garnish with fresh rosemary, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  10. Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure dough is at room temperature, use generous cheese amounts for optimal cheese pull, and prepare in advance if needed.

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