Pin it Festive, flaky crescent rolls shaped into charming Christmas trees, filled with budget-friendly cheese and herbs—perfect for holiday appetizers or snacks.
This is a fun and festive recipe that my family looks forward to every holiday season. The combination of cheeses and herbs wrapped in flaky dough always delights both kids and adults alike.
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Ingredients
- Dough: 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Filling: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, 2 garlic cloves minced, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried parsley), 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Decoration: 16 grape tomatoes or small cherry tomatoes (for ornaments), 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter minced garlic chopped parsley Italian herbs salt and black pepper.
- Step 3:
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Step 4:
- Brush each triangle lightly with the butter-herb mixture. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over each triangle.
- Step 5:
- Roll up each triangle from wide end to tip to form a crescent.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the crescents on the prepared baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree create a triangle by starting with one roll at the top then two underneath then three and so on ending with a row of five at the base. Position remaining rolls as the trunk beneath the tree shape.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 13 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Step 8:
- Remove from oven. While warm brush with remaining butter-herb mixture.
- Step 9:
- Garnish with grape tomatoes as ornaments and sprinkle with additional parsley if desired.
- Step 10:
- Serve warm.
Pin it This recipe brings everyone together to decorate and enjoy the festive shapes, making holiday prep a joyful family tradition.
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Additional Tips
Add cooked crumbled bacon or cooked spinach for variety or serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush, mixing bowls
Nutritional Information
Calories 185 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 17 g Protein 6 g per serving
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This budget-friendly festive appetizer is sure to impress your guests and spread holiday cheer.
Common Questions
- → What kind of cheese is used in the filling?
The filling includes shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese for a flavorful blend.
- → Can I prepare these crescent trees ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the crescents in advance and refrigerate them before baking for freshness.
- → What herbs are included in the butter mixture?
The butter mixture contains minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
- → How do I shape the crescent rolls into tree forms?
Arrange the rolled crescents on a baking sheet in rows forming a triangle shape, starting with one at the top and increasing rows below.
- → Are there recommended garnishes for serving?
Grape or cherry tomatoes are placed as decorative ornaments, with optional parsley sprinkled on top.
