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Looking for a show-stopping centerpiece to wow your guests at your holiday party but short on time? This Christmas Tree Bread comes together in a snap, packs loads of flavor, and will make your table feel instantly festive. It’s golden, cheesy, and delightfully easy to pull apart and enjoy.
Ingredients
- Two tubes of refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lining a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out both tubes of pizza dough and use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to slice each sheet into triangles—roughly the same size so you can stack them neatly into a tree shape.
Arrange half of the dough triangles on the parchment sheet in a Christmas tree formation: start with one triangle at the top and layer more triangles beneath it, leaving no gaps between them so the bread can pull apart easily. Spread the shredded mozzarella evenly over the layer of dough, then dust it with Parmesan cheese. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, and brush half of it over the cheese and dough.
Next, place the remaining dough triangles on top, matching them up with the base layer to form a “tree.” Gently press the edges together to seal in the cheesy filling. Finish by brushing the top layer of dough with the remaining garlic-butter mixture. Bake for about 15–20 minutes or until the tree is golden brown and the cheese has melted to gooey perfection.
Once your heavenly-scented bread is out of the oven, let it cool for a minute or two. Serve it with marinara sauce (or your favorite dipping sauce) on the side, and watch it disappear in minutes!
This Christmas Tree Bread is a quick holiday hack that feels homemade and special. It’s hearty enough for cheese lovers, but you can easily adapt it — think pesto and sun-dried tomatoes, or even a sprinkle of chili flakes for those who like a kick. Whether you’re feeding a crowd of holiday-partygoers or treating your family to a festive snack, this pull-apart bread offers a merry and memorable way to celebrate. Enjoy!
