18+ Cheese And Pesto Christmas Tree Recipe Delight In These Amazing Recipes!
Published on: Mar 15, 2024
If you're searching for a festive and delicious appetizer for your holiday gatherings, look no further! Our cheese and pesto Christmas tree recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy their taste buds. This creative and easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for any Christmas party or potluck. Let's dive into the details of this mouth-watering recipe and get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this festive tree-shaped treat!
Main Ingredients: Baguette, Pesto, Ciliegine, Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh
Impress your guests this holiday season with a festive and delicious dish – the Crostini Christmas Tree! This appetizer is not only visually stunning, but it's also packed with flavor and easy to make. Using fresh ingredients and a little bit of creativity, you can create a Christmas tree that everyone will be talking about. Let's dive into the recipe and make your holiday party one to remember!
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Vegan Bruschetta - Christmas Tree Canapés!
Main Ingredients: Sliced Bread, Chopped Tomatoes, Pesto, Basil Leaves
These Vegan Bruschetta Christmas Tree Canapés are a must-try for any holiday gathering. They are vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and bursting with fresh flavors. The Christmas tree shape adds a festive touch to your appetizer spread and will surely impress your guests. Plus, they are super easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Let's get into the recipe and make these delicious bites!
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Christmas Tree Bread
Main Ingredients: Instant Yeast, Warm Water, White Sugar, Oil, Salt
Nothing says Christmas like a warm and homemade bread that's shaped like a Christmas tree. This recipe takes a traditional bread dough and transforms it into a beautiful and festive centerpiece for your holiday table. The bread is soft and fluffy, and the herbs and cheese give it a flavorful twist. Get ready to impress your guests with this Christmas tree bread!
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Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Basil Pesto
Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's also festive and fun? Look no further than this Christmas tree cheese ball. This delicious and creamy cheese ball is shaped into a Christmas tree and decorated with fresh herbs and nuts. It's the perfect make-ahead appetizer that will be the star of your holiday party.
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NO Bake Cheesy Christmas Tree Dip Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Basil Pesto, Diced Tomatoes, Pretzel Rod
Who says dips have to be boring? This no-bake cheesy Christmas tree dip is anything but! It's creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor. Plus, the Christmas tree shape adds a fun and festive touch to your appetizer spread. Serve it with crackers, chips, or vegetables and watch it disappear in no time!
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Appetizer Christmas Tree
Main Ingredients: Cone, Cherry Tomatoes, Cheese, Meat, Olives, Dill
This appetizer Christmas tree is the perfect way to kick off your holiday party. It's colorful, festive, and packed with flavorful bites. The best part? You can customize it to your liking and use your favorite meats, cheeses, and fruits. Let's get into the recipe and create this show-stopping appetizer!
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Christmas Lima Bean Soup
Main Ingredients: Beans, Olive Oil, Shallots, Celery Stalks, Carrots
Warm up this holiday season with a delicious and hearty soup that's also festive – the Christmas Lima Bean Soup. This soup is packed with nutritious and flavorful ingredients, and the Christmas tree-shaped croutons add a fun and festive touch. Serve it as a first course at your holiday dinner or as a light lunch with some crusty bread.
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Cucumber Bites Christmas Tree Appetizer Tray
Main Ingredients: Plain Yogurt, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Dill, Garlic
Upgrade your traditional cucumber bites with this Christmas tree-shaped appetizer tray. It's healthy, festive, and easy to make. The cucumber bites are topped with a creamy herb spread and fresh vegetables, making it a refreshing and delicious appetizer option. It's perfect for a vegetarian crowd and can be made in advance.
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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart
Main Ingredients: Pizza Crust, Cream Cheese, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
This Christmas tree pull-apart is the ultimate appetizer for any holiday party. It's fun, festive, and easy to make. The flaky layers of pastry are filled with cheese and herbs and shaped into a Christmas tree. It's perfect for sharing and will definitely be a hit with your guests.
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OH,CHRISTMAS TREE CHEESEBOARD
Main Ingredients: Cheese, Green Grapes, Grapes, Rosemary, Thyme, Crackers
Upgrade your usual cheeseboard with this Christmas tree-shaped version. It's gorgeous to look at and delicious to eat. You can use your favorite cheeses, fruits, and nuts to create a colorful and flavorful spread. Serve it as an appetizer or a dessert, and watch your guests oooh and ahhh over this festive creation.
These Christmas rolls are the perfect addition to your holiday dinner table. They are soft, fluffy, and shaped like Christmas trees. The herbs and cheese give them a flavorful twist, and they are easy to make. Serve them warm with some butter and watch them disappear in no time.
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Puff Pastry Pesto Wreath
Main Ingredients: Frozen Puff Pastry, Pesto, Roasted Red Pepper, Grated
Impress your guests with this beautiful and delicious puff pastry pesto wreath. The flaky and buttery pastry is filled with pesto and cheese and shaped into a wreath. It's a show-stopping appetizer that's perfect for any holiday gathering. Plus, it's easy to make and can be prepared in advance.
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Pesto Puff Pastry Wreath
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Frozen Puff Pastry, Pesto, Large
If you're a fan of pesto, you'll love this pesto puff pastry wreath. It's flaky, cheesy, and bursting with flavor. The Christmas tree shape adds a fun and festive touch to your appetizer spread. Serve it as an appetizer or as a side dish with your holiday dinner.
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Christmas Tree Cheese Board
Main Ingredients: Cheddar Cheese, White Cheddar, Blue Cheese, English
This Christmas tree cheese board will be the star of your holiday party. It's gorgeous to look at and delicious to eat. Use your favorite cheeses, fruits, and nuts to create a colorful and flavorful spread. The Christmas tree shape adds a festive touch to your appetizer table and will surely impress your guests.
Looking for a healthy and festive option for your holiday party? This Christmas tree salad is the way to go. It's colorful, nutritious, and packed with flavor. The cucumber tree is topped with fresh vegetables and a creamy dressing. Serve it as a side dish or as a refreshing appetizer.
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Christmas Tree Cheese Platter
Main Ingredients: Cheddar Cheese, Cheese, Havarti Cheese, Habanero
This Christmas tree cheese platter is a must-have for your holiday party. It's beautiful to look at and delicious to eat. You can use your favorite cheeses, fruits, and nuts to create a colorful and flavorful spread. The Christmas tree shape adds a festive touch to your appetizer table and will surely impress your guests.
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The Vegetable Christmas Tree
Main Ingredients: Broccoli, Cauliflower, Grape Tomatoes, Cheese
If you're looking for a vegetarian option for your holiday party, look no further than this vegetable Christmas tree. It's colorful, healthy, and festive. The tree is made with fresh vegetables and served with a creamy dip. It's the perfect centerpiece for your appetizer table and will surely be a hit with your guests.
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Low Carb Christmas Tree Platter
Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Deli Turkey Slices, Cranberry Sauce
If you're watching your carb intake this holiday season, this low carb Christmas tree platter is the perfect option for you. It's colorful, nourishing, and packed with flavor. The tree is made with fresh vegetables and served with a creamy dip. It's a healthy and festive addition to your holiday party.
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Chicken Parmesan
Main Ingredients: Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cream, Olive Oil
Put a festive twist on a classic dish with this Christmas tree-shaped chicken parmesan. It's crispy, cheesy, and delicious. The Christmas tree shape adds a fun and festive touch to your dinner table. Serve it with some pasta and marinara sauce for a complete holiday meal.
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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Pizza Bread
Main Ingredients: Finely Grated Parmesan Reggiano Cheese, Pizza Dough
This Christmas tree pull-apart pizza bread is the ultimate appetizer for any holiday party. It's fun, festive, and easy to make. The flaky layers of bread are filled with cheese and pepperoni and shaped into a Christmas tree. It's perfect for sharing and will definitely be a hit with your guests.
Ingredients You'll Need
For the Christmas Tree:
1 large sheet of puff pastry
1 cup of pesto sauce
1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten
For the Toppings:
Fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, and parsley
Assorted crackers for serving
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out the puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a sharp knife, cut out a large triangular Christmas tree shape, leaving about an inch of dough around the edges for the crust.
Creating the Layers
Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top of the pesto, creating a colorful and flavorful layer. Using your fingers or a spoon, gently press the cheese into the dough to ensure it sticks.
Rolling and Baking
Starting at the bottom of the tree, gently roll the dough towards the top, creating a spiral effect. Make sure to tuck in any loose edges to prevent the cheese from oozing out while baking. Brush the beaten egg over the top of the tree for a golden and glossy finish.
Bake the Christmas tree in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. While the tree is baking, prepare your herb toppings by finely chopping the rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Once the tree is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before decorating.
Decorating the Tree
Using the chopped herbs, sprinkle them over the top of the tree, creating a vibrant and festive look. You can also add some extra shredded cheese on top, if desired. Serve the Christmas tree with assorted crackers and watch it disappear within minutes!
This cheese and pesto Christmas tree is not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. The combination of pesto and melted cheese is a match made in heaven, and the flaky puff pastry adds the perfect touch. Impress your guests this holiday season with this easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer. Happy holidays from our kitchen to yours!
