Description
Experience the magic of the holidays with this Spinach and Cheese Pull Apart Christmas Tree Bread. Warm, flaky pastry filled with creamy cheeses and fresh spinach creates a festive centerpiece that delights both the eyes and taste buds. Perfect for gatherings, this easy-to-make dish will have friends and family eagerly pulling apart each cheesy piece, making it an unforgettable holiday tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach (chopped)
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 egg (beaten with 1 tbsp water for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix chopped spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, and basil until well combined.
- Cut the dough into triangles by slicing it into strips. Place about one tablespoon of filling at the wide end of each triangle and roll towards the point to form tree-shaped pieces.
- Arrange the rolled pastries on the prepared baking sheet in a tree shape. Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg