How to Make Herbed Christmas Tree with Cream Cheese, Havarti, & Parmesan - A Step-by-Step Guide

The holiday season is a time for festive gatherings, delicious food, and joyful celebrations. If you're looking for a show-stopping appetizer to impress your guests this Christmas, look no further than our Herbed Christmas Tree with Cream Cheese, Havarti, & Parmesan. This savory and cheesy appetizer is not only visually stunning, but also incredibly tasty and easy to make.

Imagine a beautiful Christmas tree made out of flavorful cheeses and herbs, with layers of creamy goodness and a ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup shredded Havarti cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 servings

  • Mix cream cheese, Havarti cheese, Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons basil, lemon zest, and garlic together in a bowl. Transfer cream cheese mixture to a piece of plastic wrap. Roll the plastic wrap around cream cheese mixture forming a cone shape, resembling a tree.
  • Stand the 'tree' upright and remove the plastic wrap. Cover the visible portion of the 'tree' with 1/4 cup basil and parsley.
  • Gently wrap the 'tree' with a fresh sheet of plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Nutrition

    100 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 122mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 37mg