Description
Festive pesto puff pastry Christmas trees filled with basil pesto, cheese, and hot honey drizzle. Perfect 25-minute appetizer!
Ingredients
2 sheets puff pastry
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 egg, whisked
1 tbsp hot honey
2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 360°F/180°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and spread with pesto. Sprinkle cheeses evenly.
3. Top with second sheet and press to seal. Cut into 1-inch strips, leaving space for stars.
4. Fold each strip into a tree shape and skewer. Cut star toppers from extra pastry.
5. Brush with egg wash, bake 15 minutes until golden. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with pepper flakes.
Notes
Prep ahead: Assemble trees the day before and refrigerate.
Variations: Use sundried tomato pesto or caramelized onion jam.
Swap cheeses for gruyère or blue cheese for stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking