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This delicious cream cheese-based appetizer is a great addition to any holiday party and is always a hit with guests due to its festive look!
I have typically made this recipe for parties with the light or reduced fat options instead of regular and everyone has said it tastes great and looks even better. After the tree has reached desired firmness, set it on your serving platter and top the tree with lemon peel cut into the shape of a star. Serve with your choice of crackers. Triscuits® or Wheat Thins® work great!
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 parsley
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
Stand the 'tree' upright and remove the plastic wrap. Cover the visible portion of the 'tree' with 1/4 cup basil and parsley.
Step 3
Gently wrap the 'tree' with a fresh sheet of plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 20 | |
| Calories 100 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat10g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol30mg | 10% |
| Sodium122mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars0g | |
| Protein3g | |
| Vitamin C1mg | 7% |
| Calcium58mg | 4% |
| Iron0mg | 2% |
| Potassium37mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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