Delicious Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees for Joyful Celebrations

Enjoy these festive Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees, perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 25

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 trees

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Holiday

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

2 sheets Puff Pastry Fully thawed before use.
1 cup Cheese Choose cheddar, gouda, or mozzarella.

For the Filling

8 oz Deli Ham Can swap for turkey.
2 tbsp Honey Mustard or Fig Jam Optional for a sweet-savory twist.

For the Glaze

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.

For the Garnish

2 tbsp Sesame or Poppy Seeds Optional for crunch.
12 pieces Wooden Skewers For shaping the trees.

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Parchment Paper
Pastry brush
Knife or Pizza Cutter
Wooden Skewers

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Layer cheese evenly on one sheet of puff pastry, add a layer of deli ham, then place the second sheet on top.
Slice the pastry into 1-inch strips and fold each strip over a wooden skewer to create a zigzag tree shape.
Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Brush the glaze over each pastry tree.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep puff pastry chilled before baking, ensuring proper preheating of the oven, and avoid overfilling to prevent leakage during baking.

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