Description
Enjoy your festive and delicious Savory Pesto Puff Pastry Trees!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- Olive oil spray (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Unroll or unfold the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, gently smooth out the folds if any.
- Spread Pesto: Evenly spread the pesto sauce over the entire surface of the puff pastry sheet.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the pesto.
- Cut and Shape Trees: Cut the puff pastry into long strips about 1 inch in width. Fold each strip in a zigzag manner to create a tree shape. Place the trees onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the pastry trees with the beaten egg. This will give them a nice golden color when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the trees to cool slightly on a wire rack. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- Thawing Puff Pastry: Ensure the puff pastry is thawed properly in the refrigerator before use, which makes it easier to handle.
- Preventing Burn: If the tops are browning too fast, cover loosely with foil and continue to bake.
- Additional Flavors: For added flavor, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese or crushed red pepper flakes before baking.
- Storage: These pastry trees are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tree