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Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread

Christmas tree pull apart bread
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Impress your guests with this festive Christmas tree pull apart bread filled with melty mozzarella.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 batch of easy sandwich bread dough or 1 pound of store bought pizza dough
  • 6 mozzarella sticks, each cut into fourths (or use cubed mozzarella cheese)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter, divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes or red pepper pieces for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough – If making homemade dough, prepare 1 batch of Easy Sandwich Bread. If using store-bought pizza dough, let it rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes to make shaping easier.
  2. Shape the tree – Divide the dough into 24 small balls (about 1 inch each). Flatten each ball slightly, place a piece of cheese inside, and pinch well to seal. Arrange the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree: 1 at the top, 2 in the next row, 3 below that, and so on. Use 2–3 extra balls at the bottom to form the trunk (or put one at the top for the “star”). Keep seam-side down to prevent cheese leaks. Place balls so they barely touch and can puff and bake together.
  3. Second rise – Cover lightly and let rise for 20-30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Bake – Brush the tree with beaten egg for a glossy finish. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until deep golden brown.
  5. Brush with garlic-herb butter. Mix together: 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Brush generously over the warm bread, letting it soak into the tops and edges.
  6. Garnish & serve – Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Add cherry tomato halves or red pepper pieces for “ornaments” if desired. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

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