Mini pizzas shaped like Christmas trees? Yes, please! These festive little bites are as adorable as they are delicious. Made with a simple dough base, zesty pizza sauce, melty mozzarella, and mini pepperoni, they’re the perfect holiday treat to serve at parties, school events, or even cozy nights in with the family.


Whether you’re decking the halls or hosting a holiday movie night, these Christmas Tree Pizzas will bring a smile to everyone’s face. They’re easy to make, fun to decorate, and totally customizable. Think of them as edible ornaments with gooey, cheesy centers!
What Kind of Dough Should I Use?
For this recipe, you can use store-bought pizza dough, crescent roll dough, or even puff pastry. If you’re aiming for that classic chewy pizza base, pizza dough is your best bet. But if you’re short on time or want a lighter, flakier texture, crescent dough or puff pastry works beautifully too. Just make sure it’s cold before cutting into shapes for best results.
Ingredients for the Christmas Tree Pizza
- Refrigerated Pizza Dough or Crescent Dough: This forms the base of your mini trees. Choose whichever suits your texture preference.
- Pizza Sauce: A tangy tomato base gives the classic pizza flavor punch.
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: Because no pizza is complete without melty, stretchy cheese.
- Mini Pepperoni Slices: These act like mini ornaments on your cheesy trees.
- Italian Seasoning or Dried Oregano: Adds a warm, herby flavor to complement the cheesy goodness.
- Olive Oil Spray: Helps achieve golden, crispy edges.
How To Make the Christmas Tree Pizza
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil spray.
Step 2: Roll and Cut
Roll out your dough on a lightly floured surface. Use a Christmas tree cookie cutter to cut out as many trees as possible. Gather the scraps, reroll, and cut again to minimize waste.
Step 3: Sauce It Up
Transfer the dough trees to the baking sheet. Add a small spoonful of pizza sauce to each, spreading it evenly but not all the way to the edges.
Step 4: Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce, then place mini pepperoni slices on top like festive decorations. Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning over each tree.
Step 5: Bake Until Golden
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Let them cool for a few minutes on the pan before transferring to a platter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Christmas Tree Pizza
Serving and Storing These Cheesy Trees
These are best served fresh out of the oven, warm and melty. If you’re making them ahead for a party, you can bake and store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. Just reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes to crisp them back up.
For freezing, bake them fully, cool completely, and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen at 375°F until heated through.
What to Serve With Christmas Tree Pizza?
Mini Caprese Skewers
Fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil make a refreshing contrast.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
A creamy dip pairs beautifully with the crispy edges of these pizzas.
Garlic Parmesan Wings
Bring more hearty flavor to the party.
Caesar Salad Cups
Individual salad cups keep things easy to grab and festive.
Holiday Charcuterie Board
Create a holiday-themed grazing board with cheeses, fruits, and dips.
Marinara or Ranch Dipping Sauce
Great for kids and adults alike.
Hot Cocoa Bar
Perfect way to end the night on a cozy note.
Want More Pizza-Inspired Ideas?
If you’re in the mood for more cheesy, creative bites like these, check out some of these savory winners:
- Deep Dish Pizza Cupcakes for personal pan perfection.
- Taco Ranch Bites if you’re craving a Tex-Mex twist.
- Pepperoni Pizza Casserole for a crowd-pleasing family dinner.
- Breakfast Pizza to start your mornings right.
- Cheesy Taco Cupcakes if you’re a fan of bold bites with a kick.
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And let me know in the comments how yours turned out. Did you add olives or bell pepper stars on top? Maybe a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy tree?
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Christmas Tree Pizza
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini pizzas
Description
Bring festive cheer straight to your table with these easy and adorable Christmas Tree Pizzas. Shaped like little holiday trees and topped with melty cheese and mini pepperoni, they’re the ultimate party-perfect appetizer or fun dinner idea. Quick to make, totally kid-friendly, and endlessly customizable, this is one of those easy recipes that doubles as both a holiday crowd-pleaser and a cozy weeknight dinner idea. Whether you’re looking for quick Christmas snacks, fun food ideas for kids, or simply creative pizza recipes, this is your go-to.
Ingredients
1 sheet refrigerated pizza dough or crescent dough
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano
Olive oil spray
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil spray.
2. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out as many shapes as possible.
3. Transfer dough trees to the baking sheet.
4. Spoon a small amount of pizza sauce onto each tree, spreading gently.
5. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over each tree, then top with mini pepperoni slices.
6. Lightly sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
8. Let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
Use cold dough to make cutting and shaping easier.
Add star-shaped bell pepper pieces or olives for extra decoration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12mg