Description
Basil Pesto Cheesy Puff Pastry Christmas Tree is a festive and delightful dish that combines the flakiness of puff pastry with the vibrant flavors of basil pesto and gooey cheese. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this edible centerpiece not only tantalizes the taste buds but also adds visual appeal to your table. With its easy preparation and impressive presentation, this recipe guarantees smiles and satisfied appetites at any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) frozen puff pastry sheets (2 sheets, thawed)
- 1 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 ½ cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface, cutting into triangles.
- Spread a generous layer of basil pesto on each triangle.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the pesto.
- Starting from the wide end, roll triangles towards the tip to form mini trees. Arrange them on the baking sheet in a tree shape.
- Mix egg and water; brush over each pastry for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tree slice (50g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg