Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Pizza Bites – A Festive Appetizer Everyone Will Love Recipe

Introduction

These Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Pizza Bites are a festive and fun appetizer that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. Crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any party.

Ingredients

• 1 rectangular roll puff pastry
• 1/2 cup tomato passata (or pizza sauce)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
• 1 mozzarella ball, shredded (or shredded mozzarella)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Step 2: Unroll the puff pastry on a lined baking sheet.
3. Step 3: Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes, then remove the excess dough.
4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine tomato passata, salt, olive oil, and oregano to create the sauce.
5. Step 5: Spoon the sauce onto each pastry tree.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce, adding optional toppings like pepperoni or vegetables if you like.
7. Step 7: Bake on the lower oven rack for about 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
8. Step 8: Serve warm, enjoying immediately or follow storage guidance below.

Tips & Variations

• Thaw puff pastry in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for 30 minutes before using for easier handling.
• Fresh basil leaves and colorful bell peppers make great festive toppings to add more color and flavor.
• You can freeze the unbaked pizza bites and bake them directly from frozen when needed.
• Avoid microwaving after baking to keep the puff pastry crisp.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5–7 minutes to restore crispiness. Avoid microwaving as this can make the pastry soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different shape instead of a Christmas tree?

Absolutely! Any festive or fun cookie cutter shape can work well with this recipe, depending on the occasion.

Is it possible to make these bites vegan?

Yes, substitute the mozzarella with a plant-based cheese alternative and ensure your puff pastry is dairy-free.

Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Pizza Bites – A Festive Appetizer Everyone Will Love Recipe

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These Puff Pastry Christmas Tree Pizza Bites are a festive and fun appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Featuring flaky puff pastry topped with a savory tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, they are easy to make and sure to impress your guests with their charming tree shape and delicious flavor.

• Author: Isla
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: About 12–15 pizza bites depending on cookie cutter size 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Ingredients

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Puff Pastry Base

• 1 rectangular roll Puff Pastry

Tomato Sauce

• 1/2 cup Tomato passata (or pizza sauce)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 tablespoon Extra virgin Olive Oil
• 1/8 teaspoon dried Oregano (optional)

Toppings

• 1 Mozzarella ball, shredded (or use shredded mozzarella)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) and allow it to fully preheat before baking to ensure even cooking.
2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto a lined baking sheet, ensuring the surface is flat and ready for shaping.
3. Cut Christmas Tree Shapes: Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes from the puff pastry. Remove any excess dough around the cutouts.
4. Make Tomato Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the tomato passata, salt, extra virgin olive oil, and dried oregano if using, creating a flavorful pizza sauce.
5. Assemble Pizza Bites: Spread a spoonful of the prepared tomato sauce onto each puff pastry Christmas tree, then generously top with shredded mozzarella cheese and any optional toppings you’d like.
6. Bake: Place the baking sheet on the lower oven rack and bake for 15 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
7. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. These bites can also be stored or frozen for later use as per your preference.

Notes

• Thaw puff pastry in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for 30 minutes before using to ensure it’s pliable.
• For added festive flair, use fresh basil leaves and diced bell peppers as extra colorful toppings.
• You can freeze the unbaked pizza bites and bake them directly from frozen when needed.
• Avoid microwaving the finished puffs to maintain their crisp and flaky texture.

Keywords: puff pastry, Christmas tree pizza bites, festive appetizer, holiday snacks, easy party food, bite-sized pizza