Easy Christmas Tree Veggie

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This festive holiday appetizer features a golden crescent roll base shaped like a Christmas tree, topped with a creamy blend of softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning. Fresh vegetables including broccoli, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, olives, and green onions decorate it like ornaments, while carrot strips and a pepper slice add decorative accents. Chilling the dish before serving enhances its flavor and texture, making it perfect for gatherings.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:20:00 GMT
Vibrant Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza, featuring colorful vegetables on a creamy base, ideal for holiday parties. Save
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A festive, colorful appetizer featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy base, shaped like a Christmas tree—perfect for holiday gatherings.

This recipe brings joy every holiday season when I share it with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • Base: 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • Cream Cheese Spread: 8 oz cream cheese, softened , ½ cup sour cream , 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • Vegetables: ½ cup broccoli florets, finely chopped , ½ cup red bell pepper, diced , ½ cup yellow bell pepper, diced , ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered , ¼ cup black olives, sliced , 2 green onions, thinly sliced , ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Decoration: 1 small carrot, cut into thin strips (for garland) , 1 yellow bell pepper slice (for star)

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2:
On a parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange crescent roll dough triangles to form a large triangle (tree shape). Press seams together and shape the edges, trimming as needed.
Step 3:
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
Step 4:
In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
Step 5:
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crescent roll base.
Step 6:
Decorate with broccoli as branches, peppers and tomatoes as ornaments, and olives and green onions as accents. Use carrot strips as garlands and a yellow bell pepper slice as the trees star. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
Step 7:
Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
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This recipe is always a hit during family gatherings and holiday celebrations.

Notes

Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.

Required Tools

Baking sheet , Parchment paper , Mixing bowls , Offset spatula or knife , Chefs knife and cutting board

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (gluten) , milk (dairy) . Check ranch seasoning for possible allergens . Always verify ingredient labels for hidden allergens .

Fresh, festive Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza appetizer: a crunchy, golden crust topped with colorful veggies and cheese. Save
Fresh, festive Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza appetizer: a crunchy, golden crust topped with colorful veggies and cheese. | butterhollow.com

This veggie pizza combines festive presentation with delicious flavors to brighten any holiday table.

Easy Christmas Tree Veggie

Festive appetizer with a creamy base and fresh vegetables, styled as a Christmas tree for holiday fun.

Prep duration
20 min
Heat duration
10 min
Complete duration
30 min
Created by Ella Thompson


Skill level Easy

Heritage American

Output 12 Portions

Eating preferences Meat-free

What you'll need

Base

01 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough

Cream Cheese Spread

01 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 ½ cup sour cream
03 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix

Vegetables

01 ½ cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
03 ½ cup yellow bell pepper, diced
04 ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
05 ¼ cup black olives, sliced
06 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Decoration

01 1 small carrot, cut into thin strips
02 1 yellow bell pepper slice

Method

Phase 01

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Phase 02

Prepare Crescent Roll Base: Arrange crescent roll dough triangles on a parchment-lined baking sheet to form a large triangle resembling a tree. Press seams together and trim edges as needed.

Phase 03

Bake Base: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool completely.

Phase 04

Mix Cream Cheese Spread: Combine cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning mix in a medium bowl. Stir until smooth.

Phase 05

Apply Spread: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crescent roll base.

Phase 06

Decorate with Vegetables: Arrange broccoli florets as branches, red and yellow bell peppers and cherry tomatoes as ornaments, olives and green onions as accents. Use carrot strips as garlands and place the yellow bell pepper slice as the tree's star. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

Phase 07

Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes prior to slicing and serving.

Kitchen tools needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Offset spatula or knife
  • Chef's knife and cutting board

Allergy details

Always review individual ingredients for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if uncertain.
  • Contains wheat (gluten) and milk (dairy). Check ranch seasoning for possible allergens.

Nutrient breakdown per portion

Numbers shown are estimates only - consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 135
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Proteins: 3 g