Description
Pull-Apart Cheesy Garlic Christmas Tree Bread is the ultimate festive treat, blending warm, fluffy dough with rich garlic and gooey cheese. This eye-catching centerpiece will delight your guests as they tear into each cheesy bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this recipe is not only simple but also creates lasting memories around the dinner table with its irresistible aroma and delicious flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf frozen bread dough (16 oz)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen bread dough in a greased bowl for 2-3 hours until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12-15 equal pieces, rolling each into a ball.
- Grease a bundt pan or round baking dish and layer the dough balls in a tree shape, alternating with layers of shredded cheese.
- Drizzle leftover garlic butter mixture on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 285mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg