Easy Christmas Tree Veggie

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This vibrant holiday treat combines a golden baked crescent roll base with a smooth cream cheese and sour cream spread. Decorated with finely chopped broccoli, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, olives, and green onions, it mimics the look of a Christmas tree. Thin carrot strips add garland effect while a bell pepper slice crowns it as a star. Easy to prepare and perfect chilled for festive occasions, this appetizer brings color and flavor to any gathering.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:30:00 GMT
Easy Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza, bursting with colorful vegetables, perfect for a festive appetizer. Save
Easy Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza, bursting with colorful vegetables, perfect for a festive appetizer. | gingertaste.com

A festive, colorful appetizer featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy base, shaped like a Christmas tree—perfect for holiday gatherings.

This veggie pizza has become our holiday favorite to impress guests with both taste and appearance.

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.
Creamy Easy Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza features a beautiful assortment of fresh, vibrant toppings. Save
Creamy Easy Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza features a beautiful assortment of fresh, vibrant toppings. | gingertaste.com

Our family enjoys this pizza chilled, making it a perfect dish for holiday get-togethers and creating joyful moments.

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

Nutritional Information

Calories: 135, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 3 g per serving

Enjoy a delicious bite of this Easy Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza appetizer, served cold and flavorful. Save
Enjoy a delicious bite of this Easy Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza appetizer, served cold and flavorful. | gingertaste.com

This Christmas Tree Veggie Pizza is a delightful way to add festive cheer and fresh flavors to your holiday table.

Recipe Questions & Answers

What type of dough is best for the base?

Refrigerated crescent roll dough works well, providing a flaky and golden crust perfect for shaping.

Can I substitute the vegetables used for decoration?

Absolutely, feel free to swap in vegetables of your choice to match your preferred colors or flavors.

How should the spread be prepared?

Mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth to create a creamy base layer.

Is it necessary to chill before serving?

Chilling for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and makes slicing easier.

Can the cheese be adjusted for a lighter option?

Yes, using reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream can lighten the dish without sacrificing flavor.

Easy Christmas Tree Veggie

Festive appetizer with fresh vegetables, creamy base, shaped like a Christmas tree—ideal for holiday gatherings.

Setup duration
20 min
Heat application time
10 min
Complete duration
30 min
Created by Olivia Harper

Classification Asian-Inspired Dishes

Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 12 Portions

Nutrition specifications Meat-free

Components

Base

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

Cream Cheese Spread

01 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 1/2 cup sour cream
03 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix

Vegetables

01 1/2 cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
03 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
04 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
05 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
06 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Decoration

01 1 small carrot, cut into thin strips (for garland)
02 1 yellow bell pepper slice (for star)

Preparation steps

Phase 01

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

Phase 02

Arrange Dough: On a parchment-lined baking sheet, arrange crescent roll dough triangles to form a large triangle resembling a tree. Press seams together and shape edges, trimming as necessary.

Phase 03

Bake Dough: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.

Phase 04

Prepare Spread: Combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning mix in a medium bowl until smooth.

Phase 05

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

Phase 06

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

Phase 07

Chill and Serve: Chill the assembled creation for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Necessary tools

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

Potential allergens

Review each component for potential allergens and seek professional healthcare advice if you're uncertain about ingredients.
  • Contains wheat (gluten) and milk (dairy). Check ranch seasoning for additional allergens.

Nutrient breakdown (per portion)

These values are provided as estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy Content: 135
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Proteins: 3 g