The holiday season is here and it’s time to start getting creative with festive recipes! This delicious cheesy pull apart Christmas tree bread is an easy and delicious appetizer or side dish that is perfect for sharing with your loved ones. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this tasty treat in no time! Read on to find out how!
This cheesy pull apart Christmas tree bread is the best tasting appetizer or side dish to share for the holidays! It’s so easy to make and only requires a few ingredients. Plus, it’s always a hit with friends and family. So, if you’re looking for a festive and delicious dish to bring to your next holiday gathering, look no further than this cheesy pull apart Christmas tree bread!
This recipe is so easy to follow and the end result is absolutely delicious! The cheesy pull apart bread is the perfect appetizer or side dish to share with family and friends during the holidays. It’s also a great way to show off your baking skills!
Tips:
1. If you’re short on time, you can use pre-made pizza dough instead of making your own from scratch. Just be sure to let it rise for at least 30 minutes before using it so that it’s nice and puffy.
2. For extra cheesy goodness, mix some shredded mozzarella cheese into the Parmesan cheese mixture before spreading it on the bread slices.
Notes:
This recipe is so easy to follow and the end result is absolutely delicious! I have made this dish for both large and small gatherings and it is always a hit. The key to its success is in the quality of the ingredients. Be sure to use a good quality cheese and a nice, crusty bread.
I like to serve this dish with a simple green salad and some crusty bread on the side. It makes for a great appetizer or side dish. If you are looking for something heartier, you could easily turn this into a main course by adding some cooked chicken or ham. Either way, it is sure to be a hit with your guests!
Conclusion & Recipe:
There are so many things to love about this cheesy pull apart Christmas tree bread! First of all, it’s absolutely beautiful and will definitely impress your holiday guests. It’s also super easy to make (it only takes about 30 minutes from start to finish) and tastes absolutely amazing. I guarantee that everyone will be asking for seconds (and maybe even thirds)!
Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Tree Bread
Ingredients
- 1 tube Pillsbury Pizza dough
- 8 oz 1 package mozzarella pearls
- 1 large egg beated
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 cup fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley flakes
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Three cloves of garlic minced
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 450°F and prepare a large baking pan with parchment paper.
- Lay the pizza dough flat on a floured surface.
- Use a pizza cutter to cut the dough in five directions starting from the highest sides, and six on the widest. You will get 30 pieces.
- One square of dough at a stretch, wrap 2-3 mozzarella pearls inside each square. Fold the edges inward and roll into a ball.
- Place each ball, folded side down, on the parchment paper. Mark your Christmas tree shape with 7 balls.
- Continue this process until you have wrapped all 30 balls and your Christmas tree is complete.
- Use a silicone brush to coat the top of the Christmas tree with egg.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until your Christmas tree's surface is golden.
- Mix the butter, garlic, parmesan and basil while your tree bakes. Combine all ingredients until well combined
- After the tree has been baked, apply the butter mixture to the entire surface and cover it completely.
- Let cool down for five minutes, then serve with marinara sauce to dip.
