Save to Pinterest Festive, flaky crescent rolls shaped into charming Christmas trees, filled with budget-friendly cheese and herbs—perfect for holiday appetizers or snacks.
This recipe quickly became a holiday favorite in our family for its fun presentation and delicious flavor.
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Ingredients
- Dough: 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Filling: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Filling: 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Filling: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- Filling: 2 garlic cloves minced
- Filling: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried parsley)
- Filling: 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Filling: 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Filling: 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Decoration: 16 grape tomatoes or small cherry tomatoes (for ornaments)
- Decoration: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
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Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make butter-herb mixture:
- In a small bowl combine melted butter minced garlic chopped parsley Italian herbs salt and black pepper.
- Prepare dough:
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Brush dough:
- Brush each triangle lightly with the butter-herb mixture Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over each triangle.
- Roll crescents:
- Roll up each triangle from wide end to tip to form a crescent.
- Shape tree:
- Arrange the crescents on the prepared baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree create a triangle by starting with one roll at the top then two underneath then three and so on ending with a row of five at the base Position remaining rolls as the trunk beneath the tree shape.
- Bake:
- Bake for 1315 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush again:
- Remove from oven While warm brush with remaining butter-herb mixture.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with grape tomatoes as ornaments and sprinkle with additional parsley if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve warm.
Save to Pinterest Our whole family gathers around to make these crescent roll trees every Christmas Eve, creating wonderful memories.
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Required Tools
Baking sheet parchment paper pastry brush mixing bowls
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) Milk (dairy) possibly eggs (check crescent roll dough label) Double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 185 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 17 g Protein 6 g per serving
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These crescent roll trees are a festive addition to any holiday table and easy to customize with your favorite fillings.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the crescent rolls into Christmas trees?
Roll the crescent dough triangles with filling and arrange them on a baking sheet in rows forming a tree shape: start with one at the top, increase rows to five at the base, and use remaining rolls as the trunk.
- → What cheeses can be used if I don’t have mozzarella?
Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or any favorite cheese blend work well as substitutes for mozzarella in the filling.
- → Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the crescent trees in advance, keep them chilled, and bake fresh just before serving to maintain flakiness.
- → What herbs enhance the flavor in this dish?
Fresh parsley and a mix of Italian dried herbs complement the cheeses and garlic, adding bright, aromatic notes.
- → Are there suggested accompaniments?
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping or add cooked bacon or spinach to the filling for variety and extra flavor.
- → What is the baking temperature and time?
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 13–15 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
