This Spinach Artichoke Dip Pull Apart Christmas Bread is so easy to make for the holiday season. It’s the perfect finger food and centerpiece decoration. Not only is it completely scrumptious, but it makes the perfect appetizer!

Are you wanting to create something festive for the holidays? This Spinach Artichoke Dip Pull Apart Christmas Tree is so easy to make for the holiday season. As you prepare your menu consider making a tree that everyone can pull apart and consume as the day progresses.

What ingredients are needed to make a Christmas Tree Appetizer?

Please check out the recipe card for a full list of ingredients and directions.

Frozen chopped spinach – Make sure it’s thawed, and excess water squeezed out.
Artichoke hearts – To make the dip complete, you’ll need artichoke hearts.
Cream cheese – The creaminess comes from the cream cheese in this recipe.
Sour cream – Another creamy part of the recipe comes from sour cream.
Parmesan cheese – Any type of doughy bread needs a little parmesan.
Mozzarella cheese – The cheese will need to be shredded.
Puff pastry dough – Make sure it’s thawed.
Egg – Go with a large egg and ensure it’s beaten!

Some of the spices you will need include garlic salt and cayenne pepper.

How to Make This Spinach Dip Pull Apart Christmas Tree

Place one sheet of puff pastry on the prepared pan.
Spread the spinach mixture over the puff pastry in the shape of a large triangle.
Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the spinach dip.
Use a pizza cutter or a knife carefully cut out the outline of the spinach dip. Discard any excess pastry.
At the base of the tree, carefully cut away the bottom strips leaving the “trunk” of the tree.
Cut 1-inch slits on both sides of the tree, leaving about 1 inch in the center intact.
Starting from the bottom, take each slit and twist 1-2 times away from you. Continue all the way up the tree on both sides. On the smaller pieces you may only be able to twist once.

How do I make the garlic butter for this recipe?

The garlic butter calls for melted unsalted butter, garlic salt, and fresh parsley. When you mix all of this together, you’ll get the most savory garlic butter ever!

Can I use store-bought spinach dip?

While we can use store-bought spinach dip if we are short on time, there is nothing like the flavors of homemade spinach dip. The additional 5 minutes you spend is not worth skipping a few steps to make this fantastic Christmas Tree Pull Apart Brea

Can I make the Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread ahead of time?

The answer is yes! If you’re trying to save time and make some stuff ahead of time, then feel free to make this bread now and cook it later.

Spinach Artichoke Dip Pull Apart Christmas Bread

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This Spinach Artichoke Dip Pull Apart Christmas Bread is so easy to make for the holiday season. It’s the perfect finger food and centerpiece decoration.

Author: Julia
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 26 mins
Total Time: 41 minutes
Yield: 12 1x
Category: Appetizer

Ingredients

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1 cup frozen chopped spinach thawed and excess water squeezed out
½ cup artichoke hearts drained and chopped
2 oz. cream cheese room temperature
2 tablespoons sour cream
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
2 sheets puff pastry dough thawed
1 large egg beaten

Garlic Butter:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. ad prepare a baking sheet by spraying generously with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix until well combined.
Fold in parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Set aside.
Place one sheet of puff pastry on the prepared pan.
Spread the spinach mixture over the puff pastry in the shape of a large triangle.
Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the spinach dip.
Use a pizza cutter or a knife, carefully cut out the outline of the spinach dip. Discard any excess pastry.
At the base of the tree, carefully cut away the bottom strips leaving the “trunk” of the tree.
Cut 1-inch slits on both sides of the tree leaving about 1 inch in the center intact.
Starting from the bottom, take each slit and twist 1-2 times away from you. Continue all the way up the tree on both sides. On the smaller pieces you may only be able to twist once.
Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg and bake for 26-28 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
Once the pastry is done, add the melted butter, garlic salt, and parsley into a small bowl and brush all over the top of the pastry.
Serve immediately.