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Looking for a fun and easy Christmas appetizer that doesn’t require a lot of ingredients or time in the kitchen? These 4 Ingredient Christmas Tree Pizzas are the perfect little holiday treat! Made with Pillsbury pizza crust, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and mini pepperonis, they’re a festive twist on classic homemade pizza.

I love making simple recipes that add a little extra magic to the holiday season, especially when they involve ingredients I already enjoy using. One of my favorite things about these mini pizzas is that you can turn ordinary pizza dough into adorable Christmas trees using a Christmas tree cookie cutter!

They’re perfect for Christmas parties, holiday movie nights, family gatherings, or even a fun cooking activity with kids. Plus, with just four ingredients, they’re affordable, beginner-friendly, and easy to customize.

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HERE IS HOW TO MAKE 4 INGREDIENT CHRISTMAS TREE PIZZA:

WHERE CAN I FIND THESE INGREDIENTS?

You can find all four ingredients at most grocery stores!

Pillsbury pizza crust is typically available in the refrigerated dough section, often near the crescent rolls and biscuits. Pizza sauce can usually be found in the pasta sauce aisle, while mozzarella cheese is available in the dairy section.

Mini pepperonis are often located near other packaged pizza toppings, deli meats, or regular pepperoni. I just cut pepperoni slices out of pepperoni sticks!

You can also find Christmas tree cookie cutters at dollar stores, craft stores, baking supply shops, or department stores during the holiday season.

WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS?

You’ll need just four simple ingredients:

• 1 Pillsbury pizza crust
• Mini pepperonis
• Pizza sauce
• Mozzarella cheese

The Pillsbury pizza crust makes this recipe especially convenient because you don’t have to prepare homemade pizza dough from scratch.

WHAT EQUIPMENT DO I NEED?

You won’t need much equipment for these mini Christmas pizzas!

• Christmas tree cookie cutter
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Spoon
• Oven
• Spatula or cooling rack, optional

The Christmas tree cookie cutter is the most important tool because it gives each mini pizza its festive shape!

CAN I SUBSTITUTE/ADD ANYTHING OUT?

Absolutely! These Christmas Tree Pizzas are easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings.

Pizza crust: You can substitute Pillsbury pizza crust with homemade pizza dough or another store-bought pizza dough. Just make sure the dough is rolled out evenly before cutting your Christmas tree shapes. You can also use flat bread or tortillas basically anything!

Pizza sauce: Marinara sauce, homemade pizza sauce, or even pesto can work as alternatives. My usual fav is alfredo sauce as pizza sauce!!

Mozzarella: You can use an Italian cheese blend, cheddar, or another cheese that melts well.

Mini pepperonis: Regular pepperonis cut into smaller pieces are a great substitute. You can also leave them out for a vegetarian version.

For additional toppings, try:

• Diced green bell peppers
• Sliced black olives
• Cooked sausage
• Mushrooms
• Diced ham
• Parmesan cheese
• Italian seasoning
• Red pepper flakes

Just remember that adding too many toppings can make the little Christmas tree shapes harder to see, so I recommend keeping the decorations fairly simple! I like the mini pepperonis because it looks like red ornaments!

WHAT DOES 4 INGREDIENT CHRISTMAS TREE PIZZA TASTE LIKE?

These Christmas Tree Pizzas taste just like classic pepperoni pizza, with a soft, chewy crust, tangy tomato sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, and savory mini pepperonis.

The Pillsbury pizza crust becomes golden around the edges while staying soft and tender in the middle. The mozzarella adds a creamy, cheesy flavor, while the mini pepperonis provide a slightly salty, savory bite.

They’re everything you love about homemade pizza, just in a cute, bite-sized Christmas tree shape!

HOW LONG DOES IT KEEP FOR?

These mini pizzas are best enjoyed fresh from the oven while the cheese is warm and melted.

However, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.

To reheat, place them in the oven or air fryer until warmed through. This will help the crust regain some of its texture compared with reheating in the microwave.

You can also freeze the fully cooked pizzas for approximately 1–2 months for best quality. Allow them to cool completely before placing them in a freezer-safe container or bag.

INSPIRATIONS FOR THIS RECIPE?

The inspiration for these 4 Ingredient Christmas Tree Pizzas came from wanting to make a cute, festive Christmas appetizer that’s easy, affordable, and fun to put together!

I love finding creative ways to turn everyday recipes into something special for the holidays, and these little pizzas are such a simple example. Instead of making a traditional pizza, I thought it would be fun to use a Christmas tree cookie cutter to create individual mini pizzas that everyone could enjoy.

They’re also a great alternative to all the sweet treats that come with Christmas baking. Sometimes you just want something savory to balance out the cookies, chocolates, and other holiday desserts!

I especially love how versatile these are. You can keep them simple with cheese and pepperoni or get creative with different toppings to make each little Christmas tree unique.

ANY OTHER NOTES?

Here are a few helpful tips for making these Christmas Tree Pizzas:

• Use a large enough cookie cutter. A medium or large Christmas tree cookie cutter will give you enough room for the sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
• Don’t overload the toppings. Too much sauce or cheese can spill over the edges and hide the Christmas tree shape.
• Keep the dough cold. Slightly chilled pizza dough is easier to cut into clean shapes.
• Reuse leftover dough. Gather the dough scraps, gently press them together, and cut out additional Christmas trees to reduce waste.
• Prebake if required. I personally don’t but Pillsbury’s classic refrigerated pizza crust directions recommend prebaking the dough for about 8 minutes at 400°F, then adding toppings and baking for another 6–10 minutes. Since these pizzas are smaller, watch them closely and follow your specific package directions.
• Make them ahead of time. You can cut out the Christmas tree shapes and prepare the toppings in advance, then assemble and bake when you’re ready to serve.
• Serve warm. These mini pizzas taste best fresh from the oven when the mozzarella is melted and the crust is golden.
• Get the kids involved! Decorating the little Christmas trees with cheese and pepperoni can be a fun holiday cooking activity.

These 4 Ingredient Christmas Tree Pizzas are proof that holiday cooking doesn’t have to be complicated! With a few simple ingredients and a Christmas tree cookie cutter, you can transform ordinary pizza into an adorable festive appetizer.

Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party, planning a holiday movie night, or looking for a fun recipe to make with the family, these little pizzas are an easy and delicious way to celebrate the season!

Xo,

Lynn

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