Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread: Easy Holiday Delight for Your Table
A delightful and festive bread shaped like a Christmas tree, perfect for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 tree-shaped loaf 1x
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 3/4 cup warm water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, mozzarella, parmesan, herbs, garlic powder, sugar, and salt.
- Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and mix to form a dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Shape the dough into a tree shape on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with additional cheese before baking for extra flavor.
- Try adding your favorite herbs or spices to customize the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cheesy Christmas Tree Bread