Description
Delightful and festive puff pastry shaped like Christmas trees, filled with savory cheese and mushrooms, making them perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of puff pastry sheets
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or goat cheese)
- 1 cup fresh mushrooms, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sauté diced onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Add chopped mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs; let the mixture cool.
- Roll out the pastry sheets to about ¼-inch thickness and cut out triangles for the tree shapes.
- Place a spoonful of filling on each triangle, fold the edges, and create decorative slits for branches.
- Brush each tree with egg wash for golden color.
- Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Serve warm, garnished with herbs or glaze if desired.
Notes
Ensure to keep a close eye on the pastries while baking to avoid over-browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Christmas, Puff Pastry, Holiday Appetizer, Festive Food, Family Recipe