Appetizer, Entertaining

Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Stuffed with Meatballs

Ingredients:12

Cook time:45 min

Serves:6-12

Ingredients

For the Dough:
- 1 can pizza dough (13.8oz)
For the Filling:
- 1 pound Simek’s frozen meatballs (cooked according to package instructions)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil (chopped, for garnish)
For the Toppings:
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Sea salt for sprinkling

Directions

Prepare the Meatballs:
- Cook the Simek’s meatballs according to package instructions. Once cooked, set aside to cool slightly.
Shape the Christmas Tree:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about ½ inch thick.
- Cut the dough into triangles, about 4-5 inches wide at the base and 6-8 inches tall. You should have enough triangles to form a tree shape.
Assemble the Tree:
- Place a cooked meatball at the base of each triangle, then add a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Starting from the base of each triangle, fold the sides over the meatball to form a “wrapped” shape.
- Arrange the stuffed triangles on a baking sheet in the shape of a Christmas tree, with the wider ends at the bottom and the points tapering to the top.
Add the Finishing Touches:
- Brush the tops of the stuffed triangles with the beaten egg wash to give them a golden color while baking.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and any additional seasonings you like (garlic powder, Italian seasoning, etc.).
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil for a festive touch.