Description
Transform your holiday table with this Festive Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza, a vibrant, healthy appetizer that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. With a flaky crescent dough base, creamy hummus, and colorful fresh vegetables, this dish will bring festive cheer to any gathering.
Ingredients
Produce:
- 2 cups fresh vegetables (e.g., broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, bell peppers)
Condiments:
- 1 cup hummus
Baking & Spices:
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Dough:
- 8 ounces refrigerated crescent dough sheet
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Roll out the crescent dough into a flat sheet.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to shape the dough into a large triangle to resemble a Christmas tree.
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Bake the Dough:
- Place the dough triangle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the dough cool completely.
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Add the Hummus Base:
- Spread hummus evenly over the cooled dough, leaving a small border around the edges for a clean look.
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Decorate with Vegetables:
- Arrange the vegetables creatively to mimic a decorated Christmas tree:
- Use broccoli florets as the “branches.”
- Place cherry tomatoes or diced red bell peppers as “ornaments.”
- Sprinkle shredded carrots to resemble “garland.”
- Add other vegetables like yellow bell peppers or black olives for extra color.
- Arrange the vegetables creatively to mimic a decorated Christmas tree:
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the pizza into smaller pieces for serving.
- For added flavor, sprinkle with herbs like parsley or drizzle with olive oil.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can bake the dough and prepare the veggies in advance. Assemble the pizza just before serving.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but you can refrigerate leftovers for up to 24 hours.
- Customization: Swap out the hummus or vegetables for your favorite toppings to suit your taste or dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American