Turn simple ingredients into a festive holiday snack with these easy Christmas tree pita appetizers. They're quick to make and always a fun addition to your holiday parties.
These little pita trees are one of those holiday snacks that come together with almost no effort. They're colorful, cheerful, and such an easy way to add something cute and quick to your Christmas appetizers spread.
They're also great if you're hosting or heading to a party and want something simple but still seasonal. With creamy avocado, bright tomatoes, and lightly toasted pita wedges, they deliver fresh flavor in every bite.
Ingredients you'll need
This Christmas tree appetizer recipe uses just a handful of ingredients.
- Pita bread - Cut into wedges so they look like little trees.
- Avocados - Choose soft ripe avocados that will mash easily.
- Lemon juice - Use fresh squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Garlic - A little minced garlic flavors the avocado spread.
- Salt and pepper - For seasoning.
- Cherry tomatoes - Sliced into small wedges for the ornaments.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Here's how to make these easy pita Christmas trees.
Prep the pita
Cut each round pita into eight wedges in the shape of a Christmas tree. Toast them at 350°F for about five minutes until crisp around the edges but not too hard. Let them cool before topping.
Make the avocado spread
Mash the avocados in a bowl until smooth. Add lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, and mix until everything is well combined.
Assemble the trees
Spread a generous layer of avocado on each pita triangle. Add the cherry tomato wedges on top to decorate.
Serve
Arrange the finished trees on a platter. They are best served right away after assembling.
To dress it up, garnish the tray with fresh rosemary sprigs and a few whole cherry tomatoes. You can even add a pretzel stick to make a little tree trunk for each one.
Make ahead
These can be made ahead. Prep each part separately and keep the avocado spread in an airtight container in the fridge. Assemble everything just before serving so the pita wedges stay crisp.
Variations
Try these easy twists.
- Pomegranate seeds - Use them as ornaments for a bright pop of color.
- Flaky sea salt - Sprinkle a little on top for a nice finish.
- Add spice - Stir a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes into the avocado mixture.
- Guacamole - For an even easier shortcut, swap store-bought guacamole for the avocado spread.
No matter how you make them, this festive appetizer is the perfect quick and easy snack for Christmas parties or holiday get togethers.
More finger food appetizers
- Easy Crab Pinwheels - Creamy crab rolled in tortillas and sliced into bite size rounds.
- Shrimp Deviled Eggs - A simple twist on the classic filled with shrimp and a seasoned yolk mixture.
- Ham Cream Cheese Roll Ups - Thin slices of ham wrapped around a creamy filling for a quick party bite.
Christmas Tree Pita Appetizers
Ingredients
- 2 round pita breads
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes cut in small wedges
Instructions
- Cut each pita into eight wedges. Toast at 350°F for five minutes until slightly crisp. Let cool.
- Mash avocados in a bowl. Add lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper, and mix until smooth.
- Spread avocado mixture on each pita wedge.
- Top with tomato pieces to decorate.
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately. To make ahead, prep each component separately and assemble just before serving so the pita wedges stay crisp.
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