Savory Spinach Dip Pull Apart Christmas Tree
A festive and fun dish that combines creamy spinach dip with pull-apart bread shaped like a Christmas tree.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Pizza Cutter
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Base ingredient for the pull-apart bread.
- 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Helps the dough rise.
- 1.25 cups Warm Water Activates the yeast.
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Enriches the dough.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can use frozen, drained spinach.
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened for creamy texture.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese Mozzarella or cheddar.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
- 1 pinch Black Pepper Enhances flavor.
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture, then gradually mix in the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- Prepare the spinach dip by mixing cream cheese, garlic, spinach, shredded cheese, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into 2-inch squares. Place 1 tablespoon of spinach dip in the center of each square and seal.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and arrange the filled dough balls in a Christmas tree shape on a greased baking sheet.
- Cover and let rise for another 20-30 minutes until slightly puffed.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
This dish can be customized with different cheeses or added ingredients like artichokes for variety.