Description
Kick off your holiday festivities with these delightful Christmas Tree Pretzel Bites! These charming treats combine a crunchy pretzel exterior with a creamy cheese filling, creating a festive snack that will impress family and friends. Easy to make and customizable, they’re perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. With vibrant green colors and edible decorations, these bites are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a visual delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pretzel dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tsp green food coloring
- 1/2 cup edible decorations (sprinkles or colored sugar)
- 1/4 cup sugar crystals (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out pretzel dough on a floured surface until 1/4 inch thick. Cut into triangle shapes.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with green food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
- Place a dollop of cheese filling at the base of each triangle, fold over to form a tree shape, and pinch edges to seal.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Immediately sprinkle sugar crystals on top while warm for added flair.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel bite (30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg