Basil Pesto Puff Pastry Christmas Tree: A Savory Treat!
A festive and savory holiday treat made with flaky puff pastry and delicious basil pesto, shaped like a Christmas tree.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface.
- Cut the pastry into a Christmas tree shape.
- Spread basil pesto evenly over the pastry.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the pesto.
- Cut slits in the pastry to create branches.
- Brush the edges with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the Parmesan cheese is rennet-free.
- Can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Great for holiday parties and gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg