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Best Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees Recipe – Quick, Festive, and Ready in 5 Minutes!

Festive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.
Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 25 mins
Cooking Temp 275  °F
Servings 8
Calories 150
Best Season Winter
Description

If you’re craving a festive and savory holiday treat, these Christmas tree-shaped puff pastries are a must-try!

Flaky pastry layers are filled with savory ham and melted cheese for a crowd-pleasing snack.

Perfect for gatherings, these charming trees are easy to make and sure to impress your guests.

Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or side to add magic to your Christmas celebrations! 🎄✨

Ingredients
    Puff Pastry Trees:
  • 2 pieces puff pastry
  • 4 slices slices ham
  • 6 slices cheese
  • 1 piece cheese ((for the stars))
  • 8 skewers
    • Garlic Butter:
  • 2 tps butter
  • 2 tps minced garlic
  • 2 tps fresh chopped parsley
👩‍🍳 How to Make Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Puff PastryFestive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Roll out puff pastry sheets and cut them into 1-inch-wide strips.

  2. Step 2: Layer with Ham and CheeseFestive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.

    Place ham and cheese slices on each puff pastry strip.
    Fold the strips into a zigzag shape, forming tree-like structures.
    Insert a skewer through the center to hold each tree together.

  3. Step 3: Cut Cheese StarsFestive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.

    Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from extra cheese slices.
    Place a cheese star at the top of each puff pastry tree.

  4. Step 4: Bake the TreesFestive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.

    Arrange the skewered trees on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and flaky.

  5. Step 5: Make the Garlic ButterFestive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.

    Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
    Stir in minced garlic and fresh parsley for a flavorful brush-on topping.

  6. Step 6: Brush and ServeFestive Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees brushed with garlic butter.

    Remove the trees from the oven and immediately brush with garlic butter.
    Serve warm and enjoy these festive puff pastry trees!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving) :

Servings 8

Serving Size trees

Amount Per Serving
Calories 150kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 7g35%
Cholesterol 37mg13%
Sodium 329mg14%
Potassium 63mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.04g1%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 383 IU
Vitamin C 1 mg
Calcium 153 mg
Iron 0.2 mg

* Nutrition information is automatically calculated using generic ingredients, and is an estimate not a guarantee. For more accurate results, please refer to the labels on your ingredients at home.

Read it online: https://www.meltybites.com/recipe/ham-and-cheese-puff-pastry-christmas-trees/