Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Pull-apart bread shaped like a Christmas tree with creamy cheese filling and a golden crust.
# Ingredients List:
→ Dough
01 -
1 tube refrigerated pizza dough or crescent dough sheet (approx. 13 oz)
→ Cheese filling
02 -
4 oz cream cheese, softened
03 -
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (approx. 150 g)
04 -
1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 -
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
→ Toppings and garnish
06 -
1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
07 -
Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
08 -
Grated parmesan cheese (optional)
→ Accompaniment
09 -
Marinara or pizza sauce for dipping
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 -
In a bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until evenly combined.
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Unroll the pizza dough and slice it into 32 equal squares.
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Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough square, then fold the dough around the filling and pinch to seal, creating small balls.
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Position the dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into a Christmas tree formation.
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Brush the assembled dough balls with beaten egg and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the exterior is golden brown.
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Optionally, sprinkle chopped parsley and grated parmesan over the baked bread before serving warm alongside marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.
# Extra Information:
01 -
Prepare the filled dough balls in advance and refrigerate; bake them just before serving for freshness. Feel free to substitute with any melty cheese of your choice.