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Christmas Tree Pull Apart

Delicious Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread Recipe

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This festive Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful appetizer featuring bite-sized mozzarella-filled dough balls arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree. Each pull-apart piece is brushed with a flavorful garlic and Italian herb butter, then baked to golden perfection. Serve it warm with marinara sauce for a fun and delicious holiday treat that’s perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

Scale
  • Pizza dough, cut into 33 pieces
  • Mozzarella cheese, cut into 33 pieces
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Lightly flour your countertop and place the pizza dough on it. Cut the dough into 33 equal small pieces.
  3. Cut the mozzarella cheese into 33 small pieces, roughly the same size as the dough portions.
  4. Flatten each piece of dough and place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center. Wrap the dough around the cheese, sealing it completely.
  5. On the prepared baking sheet, arrange the cheese-filled dough balls in rows to form a Christmas tree.
  6. Whisk together the melted butter, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried Italian seasoning in a bowl.
  7. Brush the entire surface of all dough balls with the prepared butter mixture.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the bread balls turn golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.
  9. Remove from the oven and serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Make sure to seal the dough properly to prevent cheese leakage.
  • Serve immediately for the best taste.
  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 275
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Christmas Tree Pull Apart, Pull Apart Bread, Holiday Appetizer

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