Cheesy Chicken Ham Puff Pastry Christmas Tree
Indulge in the festive spirit with a Cheesy Chicken Ham Puff Pastry Christmas Tree, a show-stopping appetizer that will leave your guests in awe. This delightful creation combines savory chicken ham and gooey cheese, all elegantly wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday parties or family gatherings, this recipe is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare. With customizable fillings and a delightful cheesy mornay sauce for dipping, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite that brings joy and flavor to your celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sheets puff pastry (320g each)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 12 slices wafer-thin chicken ham
- 150g cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon plain flour
- 240ml milk
- 60g gruyere cheese (grated)
- Salt
- White pepper
- Nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one sheet of puff pastry on a floured surface and spread with Dijon mustard. Layer chicken ham and cheddar cheese on top, then cover with the second pastry sheet.
- Cut into a Christmas tree shape with branches about 1-inch wide and twist each branch gently.
- Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- For the Cheesy Mornay Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour until smooth, gradually whisk in milk until thickened; add gruyere cheese and seasonings.
- Serve warm with the sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg