Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lay out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface. Layer cheese and ham, then top with another puff pastry sheet.

Slice the pastry into 1-inch wide strips and use skewers to shape into Christmas trees.

Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a bowl to create the glaze.

Brush the glaze over the shaped trees and sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds if desired.

Bake the trees for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.

Let the trees cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm or at room temperature.