Description
Basil Pesto Cheesy Puff Pastry Christmas Tree is a festive centerpiece that combines flaky puff pastry with vibrant basil pesto and melted cheese. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this stunning dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its delightful aroma and inviting appearance, each bite feels like a warm embrace, making it an essential addition to your holiday traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 Tbsp milk
- Optional: pine nuts or cherry tomatoes for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface until smooth, then cut into triangles.
- Spread a layer of basil pesto on each triangle and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and parmesan.
- Arrange the triangles in a tree shape on a baking sheet, overlapping them slightly.
- Mix the egg and milk, then brush the mixture over the pastry for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg