Delicious Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Trees for Festive Fun

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

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 55

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

2 sheets Puff Pastry store-bought
2 tablespoons Melted Butter optional

For the Filling

8 slices Deli Ham or turkey as a substitute
2 cups Cheese Cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, or Mozzarella

For Presentation

6 pieces Wooden Skewers toothpicks can be an alternative
2 cloves Minced Garlic optional, fresh preferred
1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley optional, use dried in a pinch
2 tablespoons Sesame or Poppy Seeds optional, for garnish

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
Parchment paper
Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter
Wooden Skewers
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out a sheet of puff pastry and layer it with cheese and deli ham. Top with another pastry sheet and press to seal.
Slice the layered pastry into 1-inch strips to form branches of the trees.
Fold each strip back and forth onto a wooden skewer to create tree shapes.
Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Brush the mixture over the assembled trees.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure puff pastry remains cold for maximum puffiness. Customize with different fillings or spices as desired.

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