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Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread

A festive pull-apart bread shaped like a Christmas tree, filled with gooey cheese and brushed with garlic butter—perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Marinara sauce, for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry brush
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Divide pizza dough into 33 small pieces and fill each with mozzarella cheese, sealing well.
  3. Arrange dough balls in a Christmas tree shape on the baking sheet.
  4. Mix melted butter, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and brush over the dough.
  5. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Brush with remaining garlic butter, sprinkle with parmesan and parsley, and serve warm with marinara.

Notes

Perfect for Christmas parties or as a cozy appetizer. Customize with different fillings or dips.