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Easy Pesto Christmas Tree

Easy Pesto Christmas Tree

An easy holiday recipe for a festive pesto Christmas tree made with puff pastry.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 slices
Calories 269 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • work surface

Ingredients
  

Puff Pastry and Filling

  • 2 sheets ready rolled puff pastry 215 g each
  • 4-6 tablespoons pesto
  • 1 beaten egg little for glazing
  • 25 g parmesan cheese finely grated

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200℃ (180℃ fan)/400°F /gas mark 6.
  • Place one sheet of the puff pastry on the work surface and spread 4–6 tablespoons of pesto evenly over the surface. Top with the second sheet of pastry.
  • Cut out a simple Christmas tree shape and transfer to a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush the surface of the pastry with a little beaten egg to glaze.
  • Cut the branches of the tree and sprinkle with 25g (1oz) parmesan cheese pressing gently onto the pastry.
  • Twist the branches in alternate directions starting at the bottom and working up the tree.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is risen and golden. Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet, then transfer to a board and serve.

Notes

Best eaten on the day it is made. Can be served warm or cold. Store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours if made in advance.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 269kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 191mgPotassium: 41mgVitamin A: 120IUCalcium: 34mgIron: 1.3mg
Keyword Christmas, easy, holiday, pastry, pesto, tree
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