O CHRISTMAS TREE

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O Christmas Tree image

Browse the produce aisle and you'll find that there's a bunch of jewel-toned fruits and vegetables fit for decorating a Christmas tree. I like to use multicolored bell peppers and pomegranate seeds, but you can use whatever you're inspired by. Star fruit, of course, is the natural choice for a tree-topper.

Provided by Michelle Buffardi

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons chopped mixed fresh herbs, such as dill, oregano, and/or thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped, for coating
Red, orange, or yellow bell pepper bits, 1 slice star fruit, and pomegranate seeds, for decorating
Crackers and crudites, for serving

Steps:

  • Using a stand mixer or a bowl and a spatula, mix together the cream cheese, herbs, garlic, mustard, and salt until combined. Form the mixture into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Before serving, form the ball into a tree shape -- like an egg shape, but pointier on top. Roll the tree-shaped ball in the parsley, reshaping it with your hands as necessary. Decorate with bits of bell peppers and pomegranate seeds. Top with the slice of star fruit.
  • Serve with crackers and crudites.

New Device
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I'm not a huge fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries and oranges added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again for the holidays.


Sarah Martey
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This is a great recipe for a festive holiday dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze adds a nice touch of sweetness. The presentation is also very impressive. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a spe


Retshidisitswe Kolisang
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This recipe was a bit challenging, but the results were worth it! The cake was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


blue the lightning wolf
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly! The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. It's the perfect holiday treat.


md sourov
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This is a great recipe for a classic Christmas dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy. The presentation is also very impressive. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special holiday t


Masoom Khudabuxjani
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but the results were definitely worth it! The cake was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


ashneel isram
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I'm not a huge fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cranberries and oranges added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again for the holidays.


Wanda Stewart
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This is a great recipe for a festive holiday dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze adds a nice touch of sweetness. The presentation is also very impressive. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a spe


GAMING SABBIR
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This recipe was a bit more challenging than I expected, but the results were worth it! The cake was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Casie Wilkes
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly! The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. It's the perfect holiday treat.


Naveed Mashi
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This is a great recipe for a classic Christmas dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy. The presentation is also very impressive. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special holiday t


meer ali
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


ParbatiBista Parbati Bista 1
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This recipe was a hit at my holiday party! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again next year.


Manana Lenyelo
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I was looking for a unique and festive holiday dessert, and this recipe definitely fit the bill! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze added a nice touch of sweetness. The presentation was also very impressive. I would definitely rec


Deanna Lynd
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This is a great recipe for a festive holiday dessert. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy. The presentation is also very impressive. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special holiday tre


Syed Afzaal Sherazi
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again!


Radheshyam Shah
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it always turns out perfectly! I love the unique flavor combination of the cranberries and oranges. It's the perfect holiday treat.


ONYEMA PATRICK
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This recipe was incredibly easy to follow, even for a novice baker like me. The result was a moist, fluffy cake with a perfectly crispy crust. I'll definitely be making this again!