Everyone loves a holiday treat that’s both adorable and irresistible—and these Christmas Tree Puff Pastries deliver exactly that. Each flaky, golden layer hides a cozy snickerdoodle cream cheese filling that tastes like a warm hug in dessert form. They’re whimsical, delicious, and guaranteed to be the star of any holiday table.
Whether you’re hosting a festive brunch, prepping a sweet treat for a cookie swap, or just looking for a fun baking project to celebrate the season, these pastries couldn’t be more perfect. They require simple ingredients, come together quickly, and look like you spent hours in the kitchen. One bite of that cinnamon-sugar-kissed filling and tender puff pastry, and you’ll wish you made a double batch. Happy holiday baking!
Ingredients
- 2 Puff Pastries
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- Sugar— 1/4 cup
- Cinnamon— 1 tablespoon
- Milk— 2 tablespoons
- Powdered Sugar (optional)
What You’ll Need
- Cookie Sheet
- Silicone Baking Mat
- Christmas Tree Shaped Cookie Cutter
How To Make Christmas Tree Puff Pastries
- First, preheat oven to 400F then cover a cookie sheet with a silicone baking mat and set aside.
- Combine softened cream cheese with cinnamon and sugar.
- Lay out a puff pastry sheet on the baking tray then evenly spread the cream cheese mixture.
- Now top with the other pastry sheet then use the cookie cutter to punch out the Christmas tree shapes.
- Use a pastry brush to coat each tree with milk then bake for 15 minutes.
- Once they’re out of the oven dust with powdered sugar then allow to cool and enjoy.
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