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Garlic Bread Christmas Tree

A buttery, cheesy, and garlicky Christmas tree-shaped garlic bread that's perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer, Holiday
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds pizza dough Store-bought is perfectly fine.
  • 1 tablespoon oil for greasing
  • 1 sprinkle flour for dusting
Cheese Ingredients
  • 23 cubes mozzarella or any preferred cheese
Egg Wash Ingredients
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon water for egg wash
Garlic Butter
  • 3 tablespoons softened butter Use unsalted butter for more control.
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Fresh garlic provides the best flavor.
  • to taste Fresh or dry parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pour oil on your countertop to prevent the dough from sticking, lay your pizza dough on top and sprinkle with flour.
  3. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a rectangle, about ¼ inch thick.
  4. Slice the dough into 23 equal pieces.
  5. Place a cube of cheese inside each piece of dough, seal, and roll into balls.
  6. Arrange the dough balls in a tree shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Cover the tray with a cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Whisk the egg with water and brush the top of the tree.
  2. Bake for 20 minutes. If the top isn't golden enough, use the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Mix butter, minced garlic, and parsley in a bowl and brush this garlic butter over the hot tree after baking.
  4. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers tightly in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to a month. You can assemble the tree a day before baking.