Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees for Festive Fun

Delight in these Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees, perfect finger food for festive gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 1

Servings: 24 trees

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Puff Pastry

2 sheets Puff Pastry Thawed and kept cold for maximum puffiness.

For the Filling

12 slices Deli Ham Savory flavor; swap for turkey or a vegetarian spread.
12 slices Cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, Mozzarella) Any good melting cheese works.

For the Assembly

24 pieces Wooden Skewers Perfect for forming tree shapes.

For the Garlic Butter Glaze

4 tbsp Melted Butter Optional but enriches the flavor.
2 tsp Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley Adds freshness.
Sesame or Poppy Seeds Optional for extra texture.

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
Parchment paper
Knife
Wooden Skewers
Mixing bowl
Pastry brush

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Layer the first sheet of puff pastry with cheese and then ham. Place the second sheet on top and press down gently.
Cut the layered pastry into 1-inch wide strips for easy folding.
Fold each strip back and forth around a wooden skewer to form a tree shape.
Mix melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley for the glaze. Brush over the trees.
Bake the trees in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Allow the trees to cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the pastry and avoid overstuffing to prevent leakage. Assemble up to 24 hours in advance.

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