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Puff Pastry Pesto Christmas Trees

Puff Pastry Pesto Christmas Trees for Festive Snacking Fun

Delightful Puff Pastry Pesto Christmas Trees, perfect for holiday gatherings and sure to impress guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Trees
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto consider using homemade
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash; or plant-based milk for vegan option
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for crunch and visual appeal
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry to a uniform thickness of about ¼ inch.
  3. Spread a thin layer of basil pesto evenly over the rolled-out puff pastry.
  4. Sprinkle a generous layer of grated Parmesan cheese over the pesto-coated pastry.
  5. Fold the pastry lengthwise into thirds and cut it into ½ inch wide strips.
  6. Gently twist each pastry strip into a tree form and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Whisk together an egg for the egg wash and brush the tops of each tree.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until puffed up and golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These trees are perfect for festive gatherings and can be made ahead of time. Ensure ingredient quality for maximum flavor impact.

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