Save to Pinterest Festive, flaky, and cheesy, these puff pastry pizza bites shaped like Christmas trees make the perfect holiday appetizer or party snack.
I remember making these with my kids every holiday season and watching their faces light up as they decorated each little tree.
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Ingredients
- Puff Pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g) ready-rolled puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- Sauce: 3 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- Cheese: 100 g (about 1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese, 30 g (about 1/4 cup) grated parmesan cheese
- Vegetables & Toppings: 8 cherry tomatoes, halved, 8 black olives, pitted and sliced, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional), 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Seasonings: 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare pastry:
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 16 Christmas tree shapes using a cookie cutter (or cut triangles for a tree effect).
- Arrange trees:
- Place the pastry trees on the prepared baking sheet.
- Add sauce:
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each tree, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add cheese:
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan evenly over the sauce.
- Decorate:
- Decorate each tree with cherry tomato halves and olive slices to resemble ornaments.
- Season:
- Sprinkle with dried oregano and a crack of black pepper.
- Brush edges:
- Brush the exposed pastry edges lightly with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Bake for 16 18 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove from oven, cool slightly, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.
Save to Pinterest These bites have become a holiday tradition at family gatherings, bringing everyone together around the table.
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Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping to enhance the festive flavors.
Variations
Add finely chopped cooked ham or pepperoni for a meaty twist, or swap basil for parsley to change the flavor profile.
Storage Tips
Best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispness.
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Enjoy these festive bites as a delightful start to your holiday celebrations, adding a touch of fun and flavor to any party.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What is the best puff pastry to use?
Use ready-rolled, thawed puff pastry sheets for convenience and reliable flaky texture.
- → Can I prepare these bites in advance?
They are best enjoyed fresh but can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving for optimal crispness.
- → How can I make them more colorful?
Adding fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or swapping parsley for basil can enhance the color and freshness.
- → Are there vegetarian options for the toppings?
Yes, using vegetarian cheeses and plant-based toppings keeps the bites vegetarian-friendly.
- → What alternatives are there to the cherry tomatoes and olives?
Finely chopped peppers, spinach, or artichoke hearts can provide tasty and colorful alternatives.
