Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread
Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread is a festive, cheesy delight that takes your holiday gatherings to the next level. This visually stunning bread, shaped like a Christmas tree, features layers of buttery garlic-infused dough, perfect for pulling apart and sharing with family and friends. With its golden crust and fluffy interior, this holiday treat promises to bring laughter and joy around your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp melted butter (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into approximately 24 small pieces.
- Flatten each piece and stack them vertically in a baking dish to form a tree shape.
- Brush melted butter over the stacked dough and sprinkle garlic powder between layers. Top with shredded cheese.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with different fillings such as pesto or sweet cinnamon sugar mixtures. For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blends.