Description
Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread is the ultimate festive treat that combines visual appeal with mouthwatering flavor. This warm, gooey bread is shaped like a Christmas tree and filled with melted mozzarella, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this delightful dish invites everyone to share in the joy of the season, making it a beloved centerpiece at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a large triangle (about 1/2 inch thick).
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over half of the dough, then add chopped basil and garlic powder.
- Fold the dough over the filling and cut strips from the center outward, leaving an inch intact at the base.
- Twist each strip to resemble tree branches and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Brush olive oil on top and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg