Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread (Recipe for Printing)
Perfect for December or festive gatherings, this cheesy pull-apart bread features pizza dough, mozzarella, and fresh herbs shaped into a Christmas tree. Enjoy with marinara or pesto dip. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Dough and Cheese
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13 ounces refrigerated pizza dough
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6 to 7 mozzarella cheese sticks
→ Egg Wash
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon water
→ Herb Butter Topping
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
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1/2 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
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1/2 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, grated
→ For Serving
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1 jar marinara or pesto sauce, for dipping
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut the pizza dough into 30 evenly sized squares. Slice mozzarella cheese sticks into 30 bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch each.
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Place a piece of mozzarella in the center of each dough square. Encase the cheese by shaping each square into a sealed ball.
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Arrange the filled dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet in the design of a tree, ensuring the balls are touching. Whisk together egg and water, then brush the tops of the dough balls with the egg wash.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown.
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While bread bakes, melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in half of the parmesan, chopped parsley, rosemary, basil, and grated garlic. Remove the bread from the oven, immediately brush with the herb butter, then sprinkle with remaining parmesan cheese.
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Present bread warm with marinara and/or pesto for dipping.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure each dough ball is well sealed to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.