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HAM & CHEESE PUFF PASTRY CHRISTMAS TREES

Savory Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees to Wow Guests

Delight your guests with these whimsical Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Christmas Trees, perfect festive finger foods for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 trees
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Christmas
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Trees
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Fully thawed
  • 8 slices Deli Ham Thin slices
  • 8 slices Cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, Mozzarella) Choose your favorite
  • 4 pieces Wooden Skewers Sturdy toothpicks are a substitution
For the Garlic Butter Glaze
  • 4 tablespoons Melted Butter Brings richness
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley Fresh touch; can substitute dried
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame or Poppy Seeds Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Mustard or Fig Jam For between cheese and ham

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Knife
  • small bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll one sheet of fully thawed puff pastry on a clean surface. Place slices of cheese evenly across the pastry, followed by a layer of deli ham. Spread honey mustard or fig jam between the cheese and ham if desired. Place another sheet of puff pastry on top, pressing down lightly.
  3. Cut the pastry into 1-inch strips and fold each onto a wooden skewer, creating a zigzag pattern that resembles a tree.
  4. Mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley to make a garlic butter glaze. Brush this over each tree-shaped pastry.
  5. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow pastry to remain cold until ready to assemble. Monitor baking closely for the best results.

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