Festive Puff Pastry Christmas Trees Recipe
These festive puff pastry Christmas trees are a delightful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Filled with pesto, cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes, they are both visually appealing and delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets thawed puff pastry
- 1 cup pesto
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes finely chopped
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Flour for dusting
- Optional: sesame seeds or poppy seeds for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dust a clean surface with flour and roll out the puff pastry sheets.
- Cut each sheet into triangles measuring approximately 4 inches wide and 6 inches tall.
- Spread a thin layer of pesto on each triangle, then sprinkle with mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Make small vertical cuts from the base to the top of each triangle to create branches.
- Twist each cut section outward to form the tree shape.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with Parmesan and optional seeds.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Allow to cool slightly and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor.