Visually stunning and delectably indulgent, this Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath will impress everyone at your table. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this festive bread is total comfort and in every bite.

The holidays are right around the corner and we’re getting a head start with this unbelievably simple pull apart wreath. If you’re looking to impress your holiday guests or just want to elevate your snacking game, Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath has got to be on your menu! This delicious creation combines the best aspects of comfort food and festive presentation into one irresistible dish.

Lay this wreath on your table for a centerpiece that invites conversation and encourages sharing. Perfect for holiday celebrations, family dinners, tailgate parties or a casual weekend snack, this bread wreath turns any occasion into a special event.

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, this recipe is simple to pull together in just a few minutes, but your guests will think you spent hours in the kitchen! So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s dive into the world of warm, cheesy comfort with a wreath that’s bound to become the highlight of any meal.

What you’ll need to make Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Ingredients:

refrigerated pizza dough
mozzarella cheese sticks
egg
butter
dried parsley flakes
dried rosemary
dried basil
minced garlic
parmesan cheese
marinara sauce

Wreath Toppings:

fresh rosemary
dried or fresh cranberries

How to make Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Line pizza pan with parchment for Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line a pizza pan with parchment paper to get started.

When your pan is ready, unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface and spread the edges out for a uniform rectangle shape.

Cut pizza dough into 30 small rectangles

Using a pizza cutter, slice the pizza dough into 30 small rectangles.

Now, you have a rectangle cut into 6 pieces by 5 pieces. It’s ok if the pieces aren’t perfectly even! Set aside the prepared dough.

Place cheese on dough squares for the Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Unwrap the cheese sticks and slice each one into 1″ pieces. Place the cheese pieces on each square of your prepared dough.

Pull edges of dough together to form a ball

Pull the edges of the dough around the piece of cheese, pinching the edges together to form a ball.

place ramekin in center to form Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Spray a ramekin with non-stick spray around the sides and place on the middle of the pizza pan. Place the dough balls around the ramekin forming a wreath. Each ball should be lightly touching.

In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.

brush dough balls with egg wash for Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Brush each of the dough balls with the egg wash and bake for 18-20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the tops are golden brown. When there are about 5 minutes left, prepare the butter sauce.

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, parsley flakes, rosemary, basil, and garlic.

When the rolls come out of the oven, immediately brush with the butter and herb mixture.

Sprinkle Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath with parmesan cheese

Sprinkle the Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath with parmesan cheese.

Dip Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath in marinara sauce

Fill the ramekin with marinara sauce, top with some fresh rosemary and fresh or dried cranberries and serve! Your guests are going to love this gooey pull apart wreath!

Commonly Asked Questions about Cheesy Pull Apart Bread Christmas Wreath

Can I make this ahead?

The simple answer is yes, you can. However, the cheese won’t be as gooey as if you are just pulling this out of the oven just before you serve. You can also prep everything up to the point of baking and then put in the refrigerator until you are ready to bake and serve.

What if I don’t have cranberries or fresh rosemary?

You can just leave them off! I often leave it “plain” for a tailgate or Super Bowl party!

Can I use fresh herbs instead of dried for the herbed butter?

Yes! Dried herbs are more concentrated because the water content has been removed. My general advise is to substitute 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs for every 1 teaspoon of dried herbs. You can definitely play around with the ratios according to your taste and preference. Just make sure to mince your fresh herbs fine so they will distribute evenly when you brush the butter mixture.

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