Description
This Christmas tree puff pastry filled with savory spinach and cheese is a great festive appetizer for holiday celebrations. With only a few minutes prep, this deceptively easy appetizer is sure to impress at any holiday party!
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Spinach Dip:
- 1 (10 oz) package of frozen chopped spinach
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
For the Christmas Tree:
- 2 sheets of puff pastry
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the spinach, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out one puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a large triangle to form the tree’s base, and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread the spinach dip evenly over the puff pastry triangle.
- Roll out the second puff pastry sheet then place it over the spinach dip-covered triangle. Trim the edges to match the shape of the bottom triangle.
- Using a sharp knife, cut horizontal slits on both sides of the triangle, leaving the center intact to form the tree trunk. These slits will become the branches.
- Twist each strip a few times to create a spiral effect, resembling tree branches. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic powder, then brush this mixture over the pastry.
- Bake in the pre-heated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 419
- Sugar: 0.9 g
- Sodium: 668.6 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Carbohydrates: 30.5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12.1 g
- Cholesterol: 13.8 mg