Description
When it comes to holiday entertaining, the perfect appetizer is one that is delicious, feeds a crowd, and provides a stunning visual centerpiece. The Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Pretzel Bread achieves all three with effortless flair. This recipe takes the irresistible savory satisfaction of soft pretzel bites and fuses it with the comforting joy of cheesy, garlicky bread, all shaped into a festive Christmas Tree that is designed for communal snacking.
Ingredients
Dough
1 can refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade)
½ cup butter, melted
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp dried parsley (optional)
Filling & Toppings
1½ cups shredded mozzarella (or mix with cheddar)
½ cup grated Parmesan
Optional: chopped pepperoni, cooked bacon, or green onions
Coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions
Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment.
Shape the tree
Roll out pizza dough into a large rectangle (~12×16 inches).
Brush lightly with butter.
Sprinkle cheese evenly over dough.
Fold dough in half lengthwise.
Cut into strips (~1-inch wide), leaving the folded edge intact.
Stack strips into a triangle/tree shape on the baking sheet, twisting each strip slightly to show layers.
Add flavor
Brush top with remaining melted butter.
Sprinkle garlic powder, parsley, and coarse salt.
Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
Let cool 5 minutes, then pull apart and enjoy warm.
Notes
Make your Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Pretzel Bread even more festive by sprinkling with coarse sea salt, cinnamon sugar, or shredded cheese before baking. You can also drizzle with melted chocolate or a simple glaze after baking for a sweet twist. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a fun centerpiece!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~280 kcal
Keywords: cheesy pretzel bread appetizer, holiday pull-apart bread, festive garlic mozzarella bread, easy party appetizer