Christmas Cheese Trees Appetizer
If you want something festive and easy to serve, these Christmas cheese trees are a charming way to dress up your holiday table. They come together in just minutes, yet still feel special enough for any gathering.
The combination of creamy cheese, nuts, and just a hint of sweetness makes every bite irresistible. It’s a crowd-pleasing holiday appetizer that’s not only delicious but also adorable.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Festive and fun: Perfect for Christmas parties or holiday gatherings.
- Quick to make: Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required.
- Kid-friendly: Cute tree shapes make this a hit with kids and adults alike.
- Make-ahead friendly: Chill until serving for stress-free entertaining.
Christmas Cheese Trees Appetizer Ingredients
- Laughing Cow cheese wedges
- Chopped pistachios
- Chopped dried cranberries
- Sunflower seeds
- Pretzel sticks
How To Make Christmas Cheese Trees Appetizer
This visual guide is helpful for making this recipe. For the full printable recipe with measurements, scroll to the bottom of the post.
Carefully unwrap the cheese wedges and set aside. Mix the pistachios, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds in a small bowl, then pour the mixture onto a small plate.
Set each cheese wedge on top of the nut and fruit mixture, then flip it over and press gently so the toppings stick to all sides. Arrange the coated cheese wedges on a platter.
Break the pretzel sticks in half and insert one half into the bottom of each wedge to form the tree trunk.
Chill until ready to serve.
Christmas Cheese Trees Appetizer
Equipment
- Measuring spoon
- Small bowl
- Spoon
- Small plate
Ingredients
- 5.4 oz package Laughing Cow Cheese Wedges (8 wedges)
- 1 tbsp chopped pistachios
- 1 tbsp chopped dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 4 pretzel sticks
Instructions
- Carefully unwrap the cheese wedges.
- Mix the pistachios, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds together in a small bowl. Pour onto a small plate.
- Set a cheese wedge on top of the mixture, then flip over and set on a platter. Gently press the mixture so it sticks to the cheese.
- Break the pretzels in half, and insert one half into the bottom of each cheese wedge.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Christmas Cheese Trees Appetizer FAQs
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, any soft spreadable cheese like cream cheese triangles or goat cheese works well.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, assemble them a few hours before serving and refrigerate until ready.
What can I substitute for pistachios?
Chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts are great alternatives.
Can I make this appetizer nut-free?
Absolutely, just skip the nuts and add extra seeds or crushed crackers for crunch.
How long do these last in the fridge?
They stay fresh for up to 2 days when covered tightly in the refrigerator. We recommend not putting in the pretzels until a couple of hours before, so they don’t get soggy.
What can I serve these with?
Pair with crackers, fresh veggies, or add them to a charcuterie board.
