Description
Savory Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees are delightful, crunchy treats filled with cheesy goodness and ham, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet Puff Pastry, fully thawed
- 8 slices Deli Ham, thin slices
- 8 slices Cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, Mozzarella), choose your favorite
- 4 pieces Wooden Skewers (sturdy toothpicks are a substitution)
- 4 tablespoons Melted Butter, brings richness
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic, fresh garlic recommended
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley, fresh touch; can substitute dried
- 1 tablespoon Sesame or Poppy Seeds, optional
- 2 tablespoons Honey Mustard or Fig Jam, for between cheese and ham
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll one sheet of fully thawed puff pastry on a clean surface. Place slices of cheese evenly across the pastry, followed by a layer of deli ham. Spread honey mustard or fig jam between the cheese and ham if desired. Place another sheet of puff pastry on top, pressing down lightly.
- Cut the pastry into 1-inch strips and fold each onto a wooden skewer, creating a zigzag pattern that resembles a tree.
- Mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to make a garlic butter glaze. Brush this over each tree-shaped pastry.
- Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- For a twist, experiment with different cheese varieties.
- These can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.
- Serve warm for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 trees
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg