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Cheesy Garlic Christmas Tree Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Rachel
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 31 cheese balls
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Pull-Apart Cheesy Garlic Christmas Tree Bread is a festive and fun appetizer featuring bite-sized mozzarella-stuffed biscuit dough balls arranged in a tree shape, baked until golden brown and brushed with garlic butter and Italian seasoning. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make, shareable bread that pairs wonderfully with marinara or pesto dipping sauces.

Ingredients

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Dough and Cheese

  • 16 oz can jumbo biscuits, each biscuit cut into fourths
  • 7-8 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut into 31 pieces

Garlic Butter Topping

  • 4 tbsp salted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Egg Wash and Garnish

  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Optional: grated parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cut Biscuits and Cheese: Cut each jumbo biscuit into fourths to yield 32 pieces, using only 31 pieces in total. Cut the mozzarella sticks into 31 equal pieces to match the dough pieces.
  3. Stuff and Shape Dough Balls: Place a piece of mozzarella cheese onto each dough square. Seal the edges by pinching them securely and roll each piece smoothly between your hands to form a ball.
  4. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the dough balls onto the lined baking sheet in a Christmas tree shape, with seams facing downward and dough balls touching slightly. This helps the bread pull apart easily once baked.
  5. Apply Egg Wash: Whisk the beaten egg and gently brush it over the dough balls to create a golden, shiny crust after baking.
  6. Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 17 minutes or until the bread turns golden brown. Monitor closely to avoid over-browning; if necessary, cover loosely with foil.
  7. Prepare Garlic Butter: While baking, melt the butter in a small pan and stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning to infuse the butter with flavor.
  8. Brush Garlic Butter and Garnish: Remove the bread from the oven and brush the garlic butter mixture liberally over the warm rolls. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if using, adding flavor and a finishing touch.
  9. Serve: Serve the bread immediately with marinara or pesto sauce for dipping. It’s best enjoyed warm for gooey, cheesy bites.

Notes

  • You can prepare the unbaked Christmas tree bread ahead of time by assembling it and storing it covered in the refrigerator overnight. Bake it fresh when ready to serve.
  • Serving with pesto and marinara sauces adds variety and enhances the flavor. Offering toothpicks is a convenient way for guests to grab individual pieces.
  • Store leftover bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving again.
  • Any leftover garlic butter can be stored in a lidded container and used for other recipes such as baked potatoes or garlic bread.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
  • Calories: 110 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 0.5 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Find it online: https://noodlehearth.com/cheesy-garlic-christmas-tree-bread-recipe/