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Savoury Puff Pastry Christmas Tree with Ham and Cheese Recipe

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  • Author: Touba
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European

Description

A festive and delicious Savoury Puff Pastry Christmas Tree filled with creamy Boursin cheese, savory ham or salami, and cheddar cheese, topped with mixed seeds and a golden egg wash. Perfect for holiday parties and gatherings, this easy-to-make appetizer combines flaky puff pastry with rich, flavorful fillings to create a visually stunning and tasty treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Puff Pastry:

  • 2 sheets puff pastry (approximately 500g)

Cheese Filling:

  • 100 g Boursin cheese or herbed cream cheese
  • 50 g shredded cheddar cheese

Meat:

  • 150 g prosciutto or salami or capocollo

Toppings:

  • Mixed seeds (such as sesame, poppy, sunflower)

Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pastry tree.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Lay out one sheet of puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking tray. Spread the Boursin or herbed cream cheese evenly over it, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Add Meat Layer: Arrange the prosciutto, salami, or capocollo slices evenly over the cheese layer to cover the entire surface.
  4. Add Cheddar Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the meat layer for added flavor and texture.
  5. Top with Second Pastry Sheet: Place the second puff pastry sheet over the layers and gently press down to seal. Trim edges if necessary.
  6. Shape the Christmas Tree: Using a sharp knife, cut the pastry into a large triangle shape to resemble a Christmas tree. Cut small slits or strips along the sides to create branches, twisting each slit slightly away from the center to form a tree-like effect.
  7. Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg with milk and brush the entire pastry tree generously to give it a golden color when baked.
  8. Add Mixed Seeds: Sprinkle mixed seeds over the tree for a crunchy texture and decorative finish.
  9. Bake: Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then transfer to a serving platter. Slice and enjoy your festive savoury pastry tree.

Notes

  • You can substitute the cheese to suit your taste, using any creamy or shredded cheese combination.
  • For a vegetarian alternative, omit the meat or replace it with roasted vegetables or spinach.
  • Ensure all layers are evenly distributed to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
  • Twisting the strips gently outward helps to create a more defined tree appearance.
  • This recipe can be prepared a few hours in advance and refrigerated before baking.

Keywords: puff pastry, christmas tree, savory pastry, holiday appetizer, ham and cheese, festive food

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