Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees for Festive Joy

Delight in these Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees, perfect for festive gatherings and holiday cheer.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 1

Servings: 12 trees

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Holiday

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

2 sheets Puff Pastry Quality all-butter puff pastry is recommended.

For the Filling

8 oz Deli Ham Thinly sliced.
8 oz Cheese Creamy cheeses like cheddar, gouda, or mozzarella.

For Structural Support

6 Wooden Skewers These act as tree trunks.

For the Garlic Butter Glaze

2 cloves Garlic Fresh or jarred minced garlic.
4 tbsp Butter Melted.
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped.

For Garnish

2 tbsp Sesame or Poppy Seeds For crunch.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
parchment paper
knife
mixing bowl
Pastry Brush

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out one sheet of puff pastry on a floured surface and layer with deli ham and cheese.
Place a second sheet of puff pastry on top and press to seal.
Cut into 1-inch wide strips to form branches.
Fold each strip in a zigzag manner onto a wooden skewer.
Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley for the glaze and brush it on the trees.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and flaky.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure not to overfill the pastry strips to prevent leakage and achieve a neat presentation. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.

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