Go Back
–+ servings
Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Christmas Tree – Festive Holiday Bread Appetizer

Irresistibly Gooey Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Christmas Tree

Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Christmas Tree is a festive holiday bread appetizer perfect for gatherings.
Print Pin
Course: Food & Drink
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese Bread, Christmas Recipe, Festive Bread, holiday appetizer, Pull-Apart Garlic Butter Christmas Tree
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 pound store-bought pizza dough fresh or thawed works best
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour for dusting

For the Garlic Butter Mixture

  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 4-5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • pinch red pepper flakes optional

For the Cheesy Filling

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

For Garnishing

  • extra fresh parsley or rosemary for garnish, optional
  • star-shaped cheese or bell pepper optional

Instructions

Preparation

  • On a floured surface, gently flatten the pizza dough. Divide it into 24-30 equal pieces, approximately 1.5 to 2 inches each.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter with minced garlic, finely chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir until fragrant and well combined.
  • Take each piece of dough and dip it into the garlic butter mixture, ensuring every bit is fully coated. Let the excess drip off.
  • Place the buttered dough pieces into a large mixing bowl containing shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese. Gently toss the pieces to coat them evenly.
  • On a parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange the butter and cheese-coated dough pieces into the shape of a Christmas tree.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed up and golden brown.
  • Allow the tree to cool slightly before garnishing with extra fresh parsley or rosemary. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Optional: Serve with warm marinara or creamy pesto aioli for dipping. You can assemble the tree a day in advance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg