Cheesy Artichoke and Spinach Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Recipe
This Cheesy Artichoke and Spinach Christmas Tree Pull-Apart is a festive and delicious appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Soft bread dough pockets are filled with a creamy mixture of artichokes, spinach, and cheeses, baked to golden perfection, and arranged into a charming Christmas tree shape. It’s a fun, shareable dish that’s sure to impress your guests with its savory flavors and playful presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 32 pull-apart bread pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
Filling
- 1 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembling
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped artichoke hearts, fresh spinach, softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape the dough balls: Divide the thawed bread dough into 32 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a small disc, then place about a teaspoon of the prepared filling in the center. Carefully pinch the edges together to seal and form a ball with the filling enclosed.
- Arrange the dough balls: Place the filled dough balls onto the lined baking sheet, arranging them in the shape of a Christmas tree for a festive presentation.
- Apply egg wash: Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it all over the arranged dough balls to give them a shiny, golden finish once baked.
- Bake: Bake the arranged dough balls in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Cool and garnish: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the pull-apart bread to cool for about 5 minutes. Then sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
- Serve warm: Serve the cheesy artichoke and spinach Christmas tree warm, optionally accompanied by marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the bread dough is fully thawed before dividing and filling to ensure easy shaping.
- You can customize the filling by adding other favorite herbs or cheeses.
- For a crispier crust, bake a little longer or brush with melted butter after baking.
- This appetizer can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
- Serve with marinara, ranch, or garlic dipping sauces to complement the flavors.
Keywords: cheesy pull apart, spinach artichoke, Christmas appetizer, holiday bread, festive appetizer
