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Our festive Christmas tree pull apart bread is cheesy and smothered in garlic – perfect for holiday gatherings!
Easy Cheesy and Festive!
Who can resist bread filled with cheese? We can’t!! Because we can’t get enough of our cheesy Pull Apart Bread, we decided to make a festive holiday version that turned out FANTASTIC!
This Christmas tree pull apart bread is a great holiday twist and very simple! You only need four base ingredients (and the seasonings) and it is easier to put together than you’d think. Kids and adults loved it!
This appetizer is an instant show-stopper for holiday gatherings and parties. Best yet, it feeds a crowd!
For a sweet version try our Pull Apart Cheesecake Christmas Tree.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Just a handful of ingredients. There are only four base ingredients (plus seasoning) so your shopping list will be short!
- Festive. This Christmas appetizer or side dish will make a great addition to your holiday table.
- Save time. You can prep or bake ahead to make hosting even easier!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 25 minutes
COOK TIME: 22 minutes
- 8 mozzarella sticks, cut into quarters – or 8 ounces of Mozzarella cheese cut into 32 pieces
- 8 colby jack cheese sticks, cut into quarters – or 8 ounces of Colby Jack cheese cut into 32 pieces
- 2 (16.3-ounce) cans of Pillsbury Grand buttermilk biscuits – The flaky layers can easily be separated into halves.
- 2 tablespoons butter – We used unsalted butter, but salted works well too.
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 (12-ounce) can pizza sauce or favorite marinara sauce – store-bought or Homemade Pizza Sauce or Homemade Marinara Sauce.
How to Make Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread
- PREP. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large jelly roll pan or large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Open 2 (16.3-ounce) cans Pillsbury Grand buttermilk biscuits and separate each biscuit into 2 layers for a total of 32 biscuits.
- ASSEMBLE. Flatten each section into a 4-inch circle. Add 1 piece of mozzarella cheese and 1 piece of Colby Jack cheese (2 pieces total) to each round, fold the biscuit dough over the cheese, and pinch to seal.
- Place each tightly sealed ball, seam side down, onto the prepared pan in a Christmas tree shape, starting with 2 balls for the trunk.
- Add 6 balls for the bottom of the tree, then 2 rows of 5 balls, 2 rows of 4 balls, a row of 3 balls, then 2 balls, and then a single ball on top.
- BAKE. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Whisk in 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon garlic salt, and ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning then brush onto the tops of the biscuits. Bake for 22-26 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with 12 ounces of warm Pizza Sauce or Marinara Sauce.
PRO TIP: Best Way to Transfer Your Tree
Use the parchment paper to transfer the baked tree to a serving tray. You can either trim the parchment paper close to the tree or gently slide it out from under the tree.
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Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread
Equipment
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut into quarters
- 8 Colby Jack cheese sticks, cut into quarters
- 2 (16.3-ounce) cans Pillsbury Grand buttermilk biscuits
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 (12-ounce) can can pizza sauce, or marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large jelly roll pan or cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Open each can of dough biscuits and separate each biscuit into 2 layers for a total of 32 biscuits.
- Flatten each biscuit into a 4-inch circle. Add 1 piece of each type of cheese stick (2 pieces total) to each round, fold dough over the cheese, and pinch to seal. Place each dough ball onto the prepared pan in a tree pattern, starting with the trunk.
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Add Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning and brush onto the tops of the biscuits. Bake for 22-26 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with warmed pizza or marinara sauce.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Cut the recipe in half or make two smaller trees. Arrange in the shape of a Christmas tree as follows- use 1 dough ball for the trunk then a row of 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 ball on top.
Dough. Assemble the tree, cover it with plastic wrap, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before baking and serving warm.
Baked. Allow to cool and cover. Refrigerate for 1-2 days before reheating in a preheated 300°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until warm and the cheese is melted.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave until warmed through.
