Save Festive, flaky crescent rolls shaped into charming Christmas trees, filled with budget-friendly cheese and herbs—perfect for holiday appetizers or snacks.
This recipe has become a holiday favorite in my family due to its ease and festive appearance.
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Ingredients
- Dough: 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Filling: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Filling: 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Filling: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Filling: 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Filling: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons dried parsley)
- Filling: 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Filling: 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Filling: 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Decoration: 16 grape tomatoes or small cherry tomatoes (for ornaments)
- Decoration: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
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Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare butter-herb mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare dough:
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Brush dough:
- Brush each triangle lightly with the butter-herb mixture. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over each triangle.
- Roll crescents:
- Roll up each triangle from wide end to tip to form a crescent.
- Arrange crescents:
- Arrange the crescents on the prepared baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree: create a triangle by starting with one roll at the top, then two underneath, then three, and so on, ending with a row of five at the base. Position remaining rolls as the trunk beneath the tree shape.
- Bake:
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Brush with butter-herb mixture:
- Remove from oven. While warm, brush with remaining butter-herb mixture.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with grape tomatoes as ornaments and sprinkle with additional parsley if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve warm.
Save This recipe brings the whole family together, especially when decorating the crescent roll trees with tomato ornaments.
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Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush, mixing bowls
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), Milk (dairy), possibly eggs (check crescent roll dough label). Double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 185, Total Fat: 10 g, Carbohydrates: 17 g, Protein: 6 g per serving
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Enjoy this festive appetizer that’s sure to impress without breaking your budget.
Common Questions
- → What type of dough is used for the crescent trees?
Refrigerated crescent roll dough cans provide a flaky and tender base that's easy to shape.
- → Can I use different cheeses for the filling?
Yes, mozzarella and Parmesan work well, but swapping mozzarella for cheddar or your preferred cheeses adds variety.
- → How do I shape the crescents into Christmas trees?
Arrange rolled crescents in triangular rows on a baking sheet, gradually increasing the number per row to form a tree shape.
- → What herbs are included in the filling mixture?
Fresh parsley, Italian herbs, and minced garlic blend with butter to enhance flavor inside and on top of the rolls.
- → Are there suggested toppings or decorations?
Grape or small cherry tomatoes serve as festive ornaments, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a finishing touch.
- → Can I add other ingredients for variety?
Yes, additions like cooked crumbled bacon or spinach can be included for a different flavor profile.
