Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees
Delightful Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees that are visually appealing and packed with flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
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- 2 sheets Puff Pastry (Fully thawed before use)
- 1 cup Cheese (Choose cheddar, gouda, or mozzarella)
- 8 oz Deli Ham (Can swap for turkey)
- 2 tbsp Honey Mustard or Fig Jam (Optional for a sweet-savory twist)
- 3 tbsp Melted Butter (For brushing)
- 1 clove Minced Garlic (Use fresh for best results)
- 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley (Use dried if fresh is unavailable)
- 2 tbsp Sesame or Poppy Seeds (Optional for crunch)
- 12 pieces Wooden Skewers (For shaping the trees)
Instructions
- Roll out the Puff Pastry.
- Cut out tree shapes.
- Prepare the filling.
- Assemble the trees.
- Brush with garlic butter.
- Sprinkle on the seeds.
- Bake the trees.
- Serve & enjoy.
Notes
These trees can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg