Cheesy Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread
A festive and crowd-pleasing appetizer, this Cheesy Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread is made with soft pizza dough stuffed with gooey mozzarella, brushed with garlic butter, and topped with Parmesan and parsley. It's easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Dough and Cheese
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cubed or shredded
Topping
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut your pizza dough into small squares, about 1.5 inches each, and place a cube of mozzarella in the center of each one.
- Pinch the edges together to form little dough balls. Arrange them on the baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree.
- Brush each dough ball with melted butter mixed with garlic powder. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Once baked, brush again with butter and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Notes
Use shredded mozzarella for easier melting. Serve warm for the ultimate cheese pull. Add pepperoni or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Serve with marinara or garlic butter dip.