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Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread

A delightful holiday dish that resembles a Christmas tree and is filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, perfect for gatherings and parties.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 13-ounce canned refrigerator pizza dough
  • Parchment paper (for lining baking sheet)
  • 6–7 mozzarella cheese sticks
  • 1 large egg (+ 1 tablespoon water for egg wash)
  • 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh basil (finely chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (grated)
  • 1 jar marinara and/or pesto (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (about 200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the pizza dough into 30 approximately equal squares.
  3. Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks into 30 bite-size pieces, about 1 inch each.
  4. Add one piece of mozzarella cheese to each square of dough and form a ball, sealing the edges well.
  5. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet seam side down and arrange them in a tree shape.
  6. In a small bowl, beat the egg and water together and lightly brush each dough ball with the egg wash.
  7. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and stir in half of the grated parmesan, grated garlic, and chopped herbs.
  9. Brush the butter and herb mixture over the rolls and sprinkle remaining parmesan cheese on top.
  10. Serve warm with marinara and/or pesto for dipping.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Cheesy Bread, Holiday Appetizer, Christmas Recipe, Bread Recipe, Party Snack