Spinach-Artichoke Christmas Tree Skewers
Flaky puff pastry trees filled with creamy spinach-artichoke dip, baked to golden perfection and topped with cheesy stars a festive, kid-friendly appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife
- Rolling Pin
- Skewers
- Star-shaped Cookie Cutter
Ingredients
Filling
- 10 oz frozen spinach thawed and well-drained
- 3/4 cup artichoke hearts chopped
- 6 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- crushed red pepper flakes optional
- salt and black pepper to taste
Pastry
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry thawed
- all-purpose flour for dusting
Decoration
- provolone cheese cut into stars
- 12 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, mozzarella, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper (if using).
- Roll out both puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to about 15x12 inches.
- Spread spinach mixture evenly over one sheet. Place the second sheet on top and press lightly to seal.
- Slice into 12 strips, about 1 inch wide each.
- Fold each strip in a zigzag pattern to resemble a tree and skewer from bottom to top.
- Arrange on baking sheets and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Cut stars from provolone slices and place at the top of each tree once slightly cooled.
Notes
- Chill trees before baking if your kitchen is warm to help maintain shape.
- These skewers can be prepped a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5–8 minutes.
- For extra flavor, mix in garlic powder or chives, or add sun-dried tomatoes to the filling.