Festive Mini Tree Pizzas

Featured in Quick and Easy Appetizers.

Turn ordinary puff pastry into cute Christmas tree pizzas with your go-to toppings. A fast and flexible party snack that'll wow everyone at your table.

Emily Watson
Updated on Thu, 13 Mar 2025 05:20:40 GMT
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Here's my go-to trick for making holiday extras taste brand new - these Turkey Cranberry Sliders. I stumbled upon this idea when trying to use up Thanksgiving leftovers and now my family actually looks forward to day-after meals! The combo of juicy turkey, tart cranberry, and gooey cheese on soft buttered buns creates the ultimate comfort snack.

What Makes These Extra Wonderful

These sliders grab all the best Thanksgiving tastes and turn them into something totally fresh. The flavors just click together so well and you won't believe how simple they are to make. They're perfect whether you've got a bunch of hungry folks to feed or just want something tasty for yourself.

What You'll Need

  • Rolls: I always pick brioche for their fluffy softness.
  • Turkey: Day-after turkey tastes amazing in these.
  • Cranberry Sauce: This tart-sweet layer ties everything together.
  • Cheese: Swiss is my go-to but any meltable type works great.
  • Mustard: A bit of Dijon brings a nice tang.
  • Butter: Gives you that gorgeous brown top.
  • Worcestershire Sauce: A splash adds amazing depth.
  • Spices: Just enough to finish them off right.

Let's Get Cooking

Setup Time
Using foil to line your pan makes cleanup way easier.
Stack Everything Up
Each ingredient layer adds its own special touch.
The Magic Topping
The butter mix is what turns these from good to amazing.
Bake Until Perfect
You'll know they're done when the cheese gets all bubbly and the tops turn nice and brown.

Storing For Later

Nothing beats eating these hot from the oven, but they'll keep just fine. I wrap mine up tight and store them in the fridge. Add a tiny pat of butter when reheating and they'll taste almost fresh-made.

Switch Things Around

I sometimes toss in different cheeses or throw on some browned onions. The main recipe works so well you can play around with it. When turkey runs out, ham works great too - they're yummy either way.

Great Side Dishes

I like to balance these rich sliders with something light like a green salad or crunchy chips. The different textures make everything taste better. They're just right for casual get-togethers or watching sports at home.

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A close-up of star-shaped pizzas topped with cheese, pepperoni, and sliced green peppers on a baking tray. | thefamilycooks.com

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these before my party?

They taste best when they're warm and fresh out of the oven. But you can cut the shapes and get your toppings ready ahead, then put them together and bake when you're ready to serve.

→ What if I can't find a tree-shaped cutter?

You can make your own stencil with cardboard and trace it with a knife. Any holiday pattern will do just fine for this dish.

→ Can I switch up the toppings?

For sure, you can put whatever you like on top. Just make sure to chop everything small enough to fit on your tiny trees.

→ Why aren't my pastries puffing up?

Check that your puff pastry isn't still frozen when you use it, and that your oven's hot enough before you start. Don't pile on too many toppings either.

→ Can I swap in regular pizza dough?

You could use pizza dough, but puff pastry makes them airy and crispy and it's simpler to cut into shapes. It also cooks faster.

Conclusion

Whip up charming little pizzas shaped like Christmas trees using puff pastry. These small treats are ideal for holiday parties, giving a playful and tasty spin on regular pizza.

Tree Pizza Party Bites

Cute and jolly tree-formed tiny pizzas crafted from puff pastry, loaded with sauce, cheese, and whatever pizza fixings you love. Done in just half an hour.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes

Category: Appetizers

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion

Yield: 12 Servings (12 tiny pizzas)

Dietary: Low-Carb

Ingredients

01 10 ounces thawed puff pastry sheet.
02 4 tablespoons tomato pizza topping.
03 4.5 ounces shredded cheese mix.
04 3 sliced pepperoni sticks.
05 1 chopped bell pepper.
06 Some flour for work surface.

Instructions

Step 01

Sprinkle work surface with flour, stretch pastry into flat rectangle. Use cookie cutter to make tree shapes.

Step 02

Set trees on prepared baking sheet. Spread with tomato topping, sprinkle cheese, add pepperoni bits and pepper chunks.

Step 03

Stick them in a hot 400°F oven and let them bake about 10 minutes until they're puffy and golden brown.

Step 04

They taste best right away while they're still warm.

Notes

  1. Feel free to switch up the toppings with whatever you like.
  2. The tree cutter measures about 3 inches tall and 2.4 inches wide.
  3. Don't worry if they deflate a bit after coming out of the oven.

Tools You'll Need

  • Cookie sheet.
  • Christmas tree cutter.
  • Dough roller.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Milk products in cheese.
  • Wheat found in puff pastry.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 81
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
  • Protein: 2 g