Cream Cheese, Havarti, and Parmesan Herbed Christmas Tree

Name: Cream Cheese, Havarti, and Parmesan Herbed Christmas Tree
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 135 min
Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 0.5 cup shredded Havarti cheese; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic; 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil; 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

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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!

Recipe by Laura

Updated on February 15, 2023

10

Prep Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 15 mins

Servings:

20

Yield:

20 servings

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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 basil
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

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.
Stand the 'tree' upright and remove the plastic wrap. Cover the visible portion of the 'tree' with 1/4 cup basil and parsley.
Gently wrap the 'tree' with a fresh sheet of plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

100	Calories
10g	Fat
1g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 20
Calories 100
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g	12%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 30mg	10%
Sodium 122mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 1mg	7%
Calcium 58mg	4%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 37mg	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.