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HAM & CHEESE PUFF PASTRY CHRISTMAS TREES

Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees for Festive Fun

Delight your guests with these Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry thawed
  • 4 tbsp Melted Butter for brushing
For the Filling
  • 12 oz Deli Ham smoked or honey
  • 8 oz Cheese Cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, or Mozzarella
For Assembly
  • 24 Wooden Skewers
For Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Minced Garlic jarred works too
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish
For Decoration
  • Sesame or Poppy Seeds optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pastry Brush
  • Knives
  • Wooden Skewers
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Lay one sheet of thawed puff pastry on a floured surface, cover with cheese and ham, then add a second sheet on top.
  3. Step 3: Cut the pastry into 1-inch wide strips.
  4. Step 4: Thread a pastry strip onto a skewer, folding it to form a tree shape. Repeat for remaining strips.
  5. Step 5: Mix melted butter with minced garlic and parsley, then brush the mixture over the trees.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and puffed.
  7. Step 7: Let cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect as a fun, festive appetizer that is easy to customize with various cheeses or sauces.

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