Save A festive, colorful appetizer featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy base, shaped like a Christmas tree–perfect for holiday gatherings.
This recipe has become a holiday favorite in my family, bringing smiles and brightening our table every year.
Ingredients
- Base: 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- Cream Cheese Spread: 8 oz cream cheese, softened, ½ cup sour cream, 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- Vegetables: ½ cup broccoli florets, finely chopped, ½ cup red bell pepper, diced, ½ cup yellow bell pepper, diced, ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered, ¼ cup black olives, sliced, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Decoration: 1 small carrot, cut into thin strips (for garland), 1 yellow bell pepper slice (for star)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2:
- On a parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange crescent roll dough triangles to form a large triangle (tree shape). Press seams together and shape the edges, trimming as needed.
- Step 3:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
- Step 4:
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Step 5:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crescent roll base.
- Step 6:
- Decorate with broccoli as branches, peppers and tomatoes as ornaments, and olives and green onions as accents. Use carrot strips as garlands and a yellow bell pepper slice as the trees star. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Step 7:
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Save Preparing this together is a wonderful family moment, filling the kitchen with holiday cheer and delicious aromas.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Mixing bowls, Offset spatula or knife, Chefs knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy). Check ranch seasoning for possible allergens. Always verify ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 135 per serving. Total Fat: 7 g. Carbohydrates: 14 g. Protein: 3 g.
Save This veggie pizza is both festive and healthy, making it a perfect start to your holiday celebrations.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the crescent roll dough into a Christmas tree?
Arrange crescent roll dough triangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet to form a large triangle. Press the seams together and trim edges to maintain the tree shape before baking.
- → Can I substitute the vegetables used for decoration?
Yes, feel free to swap vegetables based on preference or color theme to customize the look and flavor of the appetizer.
- → What is the best way to prepare the creamy base?
Mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth, then spread evenly over the cooled baked base for a flavorful foundation.
- → How long should the appetizer chill before serving?
Chill the assembled appetizer for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the base to set before slicing.
- → Can I make a lighter version of this appetizer?
Use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream to reduce fat content while keeping the creamy texture and flavor intact.