Christmas tree cake
Christmas Tree Tart – Festive Appetizer for the Christmas Table
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 8
During the holiday season, every meal becomes a special occasion, and this tree-shaped tart is the perfect appetizer to add a touch of magic to the festivities. With its unique appearance and delicious combination of ingredients, this recipe is sure to impress all your guests. Here’s how to prepare it step by step.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of bread dough (or pie crust)
- 200 g grated mozzarella cheese
- 150 g crumbled feta cheese
- 100 g sliced green olives
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing)
- Sesame or poppy seeds (for decoration)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as dill or parsley) for garnish
Preparation:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Make sure it is well-prepared to achieve a golden, crispy crust.
2. Roll out the dough on a clean surface using a rolling pin. Ensure the dough is even and not too thick so it cooks well inside.
3. Use a knife to cut out the tree shape from the dough. You can use a template or simply let your imagination guide you. Cutting out the tree is the fun part of this process.
4. In a bowl, mix the mozzarella cheese with the feta cheese, green olives, and red bell pepper. Add salt and pepper to taste. This combination will add a savory flavor to the entire appetizer.
5. Place the cheese filling on the "trunk" of the tree, leaving edges free to seal the dough. Then, folding the edges, make sure the filling is well covered.
6. Brush the surface of the tree with the beaten egg for a beautiful golden color when baked. Sprinkle sesame or poppy seeds on top for a decorative and tasty look.
7. Place the tart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put it in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
8. Once the tart is ready, let it cool slightly before cutting. You can decorate it with fresh herbs for a festive look.
Serving:
The Christmas tree tart is served warm but can also be at room temperature. It pairs perfectly with a glass of wine or a festive cocktail. A unique suggestion would be to serve it with a garlic yogurt sauce or a spicy tomato sauce for a contrast of flavors.
Variations:
If you want to add more flavor, you can include herbs like basil or oregano in the cheese mixture. You can also experiment with other types of cheese or vegetables, such as spinach or mushrooms, to create your personalized tart variation.
This Christmas tree tart is not only a delicious appetizer but also a symbol of joy and celebration. Prepared with love and care, it will add a special charm to your Christmas table. Enjoy every bite and the moments spent with your loved ones!
I made the dough just right, only I made a normal spinach one, with flour and milk. It’s very easy to make and impressive. I prepared the tray and the ingredients for the dough. The butter is melted with 100 ml of water. Then it is poured into a bowl and the flour mixed with salt is incorporated. The dough is refrigerated for 30 minutes. The tray is greased or if you don’t have a Christmas tree tray, a tree shape is cut out of paper. The dough is then rolled out, placed over the template, and cut into shape. A roll is made from the remaining dough and placed around the edge of the tree. The dough is pierced and baked for 30 minutes at 180 degrees. The spinach is mashed with oil, cheese, vinegar, salt, pepper, and pine nuts. I made it traditionally. I filled the tart. Stars are cut from the melted cheese slices: - the tomatoes are halved, like ornaments: - it is beautifully decorated - and the tree is ready! - on the table, with grated cheese beside it, like silver snow. The Christmas Tree Tart recipe was proposed by Sava Laura on the recipe forum.
Ingredients: 250 g flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 90 g butter, 200 g spinach, 4 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons grated cheese, 100 g pine nuts, 2 tablespoons vinegar, salt, pepper, 100 g cherry tomatoes, 100 g slices of processed cheese, like Hochland.
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