Halloween Savoury Spooky Tree

Step up your Halloween game by creating scary treats! Here's our Halloween Tree recipe that will sure to impress everyone you know. Imagine the joy and laughter as you finish baking and decorating this edible masterpiece together. Not only is it tasty, but it's also a perfect snack or a delightful addition to any Halloween gathering as an appetizer or side dish. So why not embrace the Halloween spirit and embark on this fun-filled culinary adventure with your kids and family? Make this Halloween truly special.

Equipment:

• Commercial Grade Natural Pure Aluminum Cookie Sheet Extra Thick (OR Pure Aluminum Insulated Cookie Sheet 16”, Carbon Steel Insulated Cookie Sheet)
• 2-1 Scraper & Spatula 10"
• Brush and Spatula Set
• 4pcs Measuring Cups with Scraper
• Mixing Bowls
• Carbon Steel Rolling Pin

Ingredients:

• 2 puff pastries
• 1/2 cup of cheese (grated)
• 1/4 cup of tomato sauce
• 1 fresh mozzarella ball
• 1/3 cup of pesto
• 1/4 cup of olive oil

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. On one of the puff pastries, spread the pesto in the center and on the top, forming a T shape. Sprinkle the grated cheese evenly on top of the pesto.
3. Place the second puff pastry on top of the first one, completely covering the pesto and cheese. Press the edges together to seal the pastries.
4. With a knife, cut the puff pastry into a "Y" shape, resembling a tree trunk and branches. Create branches by cutting strips on the upper part of the Y shape. Twist or two-way braid each branch gently to add a decorative touch.
5. Use the knife to cut out eyes and a mouth on the tree trunk, creating a spooky face.
6. Gently brush olive oil evenly over the entire puff pastry tree using a pastry brush.
7. Place the Halloween Tree on the baking sheet and bake it in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until the pastry turns golden brown.
8. Once baked, remove the Halloween Tree from the oven and let it cool slightly.
9. Once cooled, fill out the carved eyes and mouth of the tree trunk with tomato sauce.
10. Lastly, melt the mozzarella and stretch it out to create eerie spiderwebs. Carefully arrange the mozzarella webs around the tree for a spooky effect.