What dough is used for the base?

Refrigerated crescent roll dough is used, arranged triangularly to shape the tree.

How are the vegetable decorations arranged?

Broccoli acts as branches while bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, and green onions serve as colorful ornaments and accents.

Yes, vegetables can be swapped based on preference or desired color themes.

Use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream to create a lighter creamy base.

Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and improve texture before slicing.

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

This recipe has quickly become a holiday favorite in my family due to its fun shape and delicious flavor combination.

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)

Preheat Oven:: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange Dough:: 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.
Bake:: Bake for 10 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
Prepare Spread:: In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
Spread Mixture:: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crescent roll base.
Decorate:: 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.
Chill:: Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

This dish always brings smiles during our family holiday gatherings and is a great way to sneak in extra veggies.

Baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowls, offset spatula or knife, chefs knife and cutting board

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

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

This festive veggie pizza is sure to brighten your holiday table with color and taste.

→ What dough is used for the base?: Refrigerated crescent roll dough is used, arranged triangularly to shape the tree.
→ How are the vegetable decorations arranged?: Broccoli acts as branches while bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, and green onions serve as colorful ornaments and accents.
→ Can the vegetables be substituted?: Yes, vegetables can be swapped based on preference or desired color themes.
→ Is there a way to lighten the spread?: Use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream to create a lighter creamy base.
→ How long should the pizza chill before serving?: Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and improve texture before slicing.