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Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread

Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread: A Festive Holiday Showstopper

Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread is a delightful vegetarian appetizer filled with gooey mozzarella and embodies the festive spirit of the holiday season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 roll Refrigerated Pizza Dough Substitute with homemade or gluten-free if desired.
  • 1 large Egg (for wash) Consider using a vegan egg wash if needed.
For the Filling
  • 30 pieces Mozzarella Sticks Swap with dairy-free cheese alternatives for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use olive oil as a dairy-free substitute.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan version.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Adjust amounts based on preference.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (parsley, rosemary, basil) Dried herbs can be used if fresh are unavailable.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Marinara or Pesto Serve for dipping.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • sharp knife
  • Small Bowl
  • Pastry Brush
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the refrigerated pizza dough into 30 equal squares, each measuring about 2 x 2 inches. Slice the mozzarella sticks into 30 one-inch pieces.
  3. Wrap each piece of mozzarella tightly with one square of dough, pinching the edges to seal.
  4. Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet in a Christmas tree shape.
  5. Whisk together an egg with a tablespoon of water and brush it over the tops of the dough balls.
  6. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Melt the unsalted butter and stir in minced garlic and half of the grated parmesan.
  8. Brush the warm Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread with the garlic herb butter and sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese on top.
  9. Serve immediately with marinara or pesto for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure cheese is tightly wrapped to prevent leaks while baking. Uniform sizes of dough balls will help with even baking.

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