Soft cheese wedges become little Christmas trees with a coating of dried herbs. Half pretzel sticks form the trunks in this no-cook party appetizer.
Before you begin: Coat just one side of each wedge so the pretzel insertion area remains accessible.
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Christmas Tree Cheese Bites: 8 Festive Holiday Treats
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious and festive holiday snacks shaped like Christmas trees, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 8 cheese wedges (such as soft spreadable portions, 120 g total)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 pretzel sticks, halved
Instructions
- Unwrap individual cheese wedges and ensure each piece is intact.
- Combine Italian seasoning, dried dill, and crushed red pepper flakes in a shallow dish.
- Press one side of each cheese wedge firmly into the herb mixture to evenly coat.
- Carefully insert a pretzel stick half into the uncoated side of each cheese wedge to resemble a tree trunk.
- Arrange cheese bites on a platter and serve immediately.
Notes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese bite
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Christmas Tree Cheese Bites: 8 Festive Holiday Treats — Soft cheese wedges become little Christmas trees with a coating of dried herbs. Half pretzel sticks form the trunks in this no-cook party appetizer. Jump to Recipe Prep: 5 minCook
Why This Recipe Works
- Pre-shaped cheese wedges make the triangular trees.
- A one-sided herb coating leaves the cheese visible at the edges.
- Half pretzel sticks provide the small trunks without cooking.
Practical Tips
Coat just one side of each wedge so the pretzel insertion area remains accessible.
Serving and Variations
Arrange the finished wedges on a platter and serve immediately, as the recipe directs.
Storage
Keep the cheese refrigerated before assembling; retain unused pretzels separately to preserve their crunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the key preparation detail?
Coat just one side of each wedge so the pretzel insertion area remains accessible.
What gives this recipe its texture?
Pre-shaped cheese wedges make the triangular trees. A one-sided herb coating leaves the cheese visible at the edges.
How should I serve it?
Arrange the finished wedges on a platter and serve immediately, as the recipe directs.
How should I keep leftovers?
Keep the cheese refrigerated before assembling; retain unused pretzels separately to preserve their crunch.
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Recipe author: Jannet Lisa
