Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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One jar of marinara sauce or maybe some pesto to dip.
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A single garlic clove, grated finely.
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Half a tablespoon each of freshly chopped basil and rosemary.
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A full tablespoon of finely cut fresh parsley.
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A can (about 13 ounces) of refrigerated pizza dough.
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Three tablespoons of melted butter.
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Half a cup of grated Parmesan, split into two portions.
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One large egg.
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Parchment paper to make baking easier.
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Enough water, about a tablespoon, to mix with the egg.
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Six to seven sticks of mozzarella cheese.
# Instructions:
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Crank up your oven to 200°C (400°F) and get a baking tray ready by laying over some parchment paper. No sticking, no mess!
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Hack your pizza dough into 30 smallish squares. Then, chop up your mozzarella sticks so you've got 30 bite-sized bits of cheesy goodness, roughly an inch each.
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Pop a cheese chunk onto one dough square, then wrap the dough around it to make a little ball. Make sure there’s no cheese peeking out and smooth out any folds.
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Place all the dough balls seam-side down onto your baking tray. Form them into a Christmas tree shape, packing them close, so they bake as a single piece.
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Whisk the egg and water together in a small bowl to make an egg glaze. Brush it over all the dough balls so they come out shiny and golden.
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Bake your creation for around 16 to 18 minutes or until the bread has that perfect golden, crispy top.
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While it’s cooking, microwave the butter until melted. Stir in one portion of the Parmesan with the garlic, parsley, rosemary, and basil until it smells amazing.
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When the bread is ready and out of the oven, use a brush to coat it in the garlic and herb butter mix. Sprinkle the rest of the Parmesan over the top for good measure.
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Present your masterpiece immediately with some marinara or pesto for dipping. Have fun eating!
# Notes:
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This starter’s perfect for holiday parties and totally customizable with your go-to flavors and herbs.
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Want to spice it up? Toss a pinch of crushed red chili flakes into the melted butter!