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The holidays are here, and it’s time for a Christmas potluck! Think of enjoying a bunch of yummy dishes that everyone loves. These 6 recipes are perfect for making your day brighter and your gathering special. Whether it’s a small get-together or a big family feast, these dishes will bring the holiday spirit to your table. Enjoy the flavors of Christmas.
Christmas Tree Pull- Apart Bread
This appetizer is perfect for you if you’re the party guest who strive for show-stopping presentation. With a cream cheese-based filling, pesto, mozzarella, and a garlic-butter glaze, this tree-shaped pull-apart bread is both delicious and impressive to look at.
Ingredients:
1 (13.8-oz.) can pizza dough
4 oz. cream cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
7 oz. basil pesto
2 Tbsp. butter
1 minced garlic clove
Fresh chopped parsley
1/2 cup red bell pepper
Mini pepperoni
Fresh rosemary sprigs
Marinara sauce
Mini Cranberry-Cheesecake Pies
Your holiday cranberry intake can be met with these rich, cream treats. With their cheesecake filling, cranberry compote, and gingersnap crust, they add a festive touch to any holiday table.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup fresh or thawed frozen cranberries
2 Tsp. pure maple syrup
1/2 cup white sanding sugar
1 Tsp. grated orange zest plus 1/2 cup fresh juice, plus more zest for garnish
1 cup plus 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
2 3/4 cups finely crushed crisp gingersnap cookies
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 Tsp. kosher salt
1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1 Tsp. vanilla extract
Creamy Whipped Potato Casserole
In just 35 minutes, you can make the fluffiest mashed potato casserole ever by combing two varieties of potatoes. Brown butter adds a hint of nuttiness, and the broiled top has a crunchy, almost cheesy texture. Despite being quick to prepare, it may also be prepared the day before and baked again.
Ingredients:
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into pieces
2 pounds yukon gold potatoes, cut into pieces
1 Tbsp. plus 2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
4 egg yolks
1 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely shredded
1/2 Tsp black pepper, plus more for garnish
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
Cheddar Holly Crackers
Sharp cheddar and fresh black pepper make these homemade crackers extra flavorful. They’re just the thing to serve at your annual Christmas party.
Ingredients:
3/4 c. unsalted butter, at room temperature
8 oz. extra-sharp cheddar, grated
2 Tsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 Tsp. kosher salt
2 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for working
Tiramisu Cheesecake
Ingredients:
200g plain chocolate biscuits
80g butter, melted
1 tbsp gelatine powder
25g (1/4 cup) instant coffee granules
375g cream cheese, at room temperature
165g (3/4 cup) caster sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
300mls thickened cream, whipped
250g mascarpone cheese
250ml (1 cup) warm water
10 savoiardi (sponge finger biscuits)
Cocoa powder, to dust
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls
1 15-ounce pack Potato Rolls (i.e. Martin’s)
1 pound Deli Chicken (thinly sliced, or 3 cups chopped cooked chicken)
10 slices Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
12 slices Colby Jack Cheese
1/3 cup Prepared Ranch Salad Dressing
1/2 cup Butter
1 Tbsp. Fresh Chives (chopped)
1 Tsp. Garlic Salt (or garlic powder)
1/2 Tsp. Onion Powder
2 Tbsp. Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Sources
Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread Recipe
Mini Cranberry-Cheesecake Pies
Creamy Whipped Potato Casserole
Best Cheddar Holly Crackers Recipe – How to Make Cheddar Holly Crackers
Tiramisu cheesecake recipe
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls – melissassouthernstylekitchen.com