Puff Pastry Tree Tarts

(8)

Recipe Intro From alexawhatsfordinner

In search of an easy appetizer for holiday get-togethers? Look no further. These Puff Pastry Tree Tarts are festive & flavorful. Fig jam, cheese, and prosciutto are layered between sheets of puff pastry, then the dough is folded into the shape of a Christmas tree. Decorate your "tree" with stars made of cheese.

Jump to Section
  • Recipe Card
Prep time: 10mins
Cook time: 20mins
Serves or Makes: 10-12 tarts

Recipe Card

ingredients

  • 1 large sheet of puff pastry
  • 2 tablespoons fig spread
  • 8 slices mozzarella
  • 4-6 slices prosciutto
  • grated Sharp cheddar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 6 (or more) slices cracker-cut cheese of choice

Method

  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut the large puff pastry sheet in half so you have 2 sheets.

  • Step 2

    Place one of the sheets on parchment on a large cutting board. Spread the fig jam out on the puff pastry sheet. Then place a layer of mozzarella slices, then prosciutto, then the grated sharp cheddar.

  • Step 3

    Carefully lay the other puff pastry sheet on top, making sure all the edges and corners match up. Use a sharp knife to cut the layered pastry into 1-inch strips.

  • Step 4

    Fold the strips into the shape of a tree, and stick small wooden skewers in each one, puncturing all the way through and leaving a bit of skewer coming through the top of each tree.

  • Step 5

    On a parchment-lined baking sheet, lay the pastry trees down, spaced out. Brush melted butter on the top of each one, then bake for 15-20 minutes. The tops should be golden brown and the pastry should be cooked through.

  • Step 6

    Meanwhile, use a small star cookie cutter to cut out stars from the sandwich-cut pieces of cheese. When the pastry trees are done, put the cheese stars on skewers coming out of the top of each tree. Serve and enjoy!