Description
These mini puff pastry Christmas trees are festive, bite-sized appetizers perfect for holiday gatherings. Flaky dough is shaped into trees, filled with savory or sweet fillings, baked until golden, and served as charming party snacks.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Roll out cold puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 4–5 inch Christmas tree shapes.
3. Spread cheese and pepperoni on one tree cutout or jam/nutella for sweet versions, leaving edges clear.
4. Place a second tree cutout on top, press edges to seal, and twist strips for branch effect if desired.
5. Brush each tree generously with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with parmesan, herbs, or colored sugar.
6. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and puffed, then cool on a wire rack.
7. Decorate warm pastries with edible glitter or icing, insert a skewer for a tree trunk, and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: appetizer
- Method: bake
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tree
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