Description
A fun and festive holiday appetizer shaped like a Christmas tree. Perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out puff pastry into a large rectangle.
- Spread cream cheese evenly over the pastry.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar and chopped herbs on top.
- Roll the pastry tightly from the long side.
- Cut into 1/2-inch slices.
- Arrange slices in a tree shape on a baking sheet.
- Brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife for clean cuts.
- Chill pastry before baking for best results.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: christmas tree food recipe fun holiday appetizer