Description
Cheddar and Ham Stuffed Christmas Trees are the perfect festive treat to brighten up your holiday gatherings. These delightful, bite-sized pastries blend flaky puff pastry with a savory filling of sharp cheddar cheese and diced ham, creating an irresistible combination that will have your guests raving. Easy to make and beautifully presented, these edible decorations not only taste amazing but also add a whimsical touch to your holiday table, making them ideal for parties or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Fresh parsley or rosemary (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until about ¼ inch thick.
- Cut tree shapes from the pastry using a cookie cutter or knife.
- In a bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham.
- Place a spoonful of the filling on half of the tree cutouts. Top with another cutout and seal edges using a fork.
- Whisk the egg with water to create an egg wash, then brush it over each tree shape.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh herbs and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed tree (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg