Step 1 – Prepare the Pastry Base
Preheat your oven to 360°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out one sheet of puff pastry onto a clean surface. Spread the basil pesto evenly across the sheet, reaching all the way to the edges. Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan evenly on top.

Step 2 – Layer and Slice
Lay the second sheet of puff pastry over the top and press gently to seal.
Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the pastry into 1-inch (2.5 cm) strips. Leave about a 2-inch section of pastry at one end to cut out your star toppers later.

Step 3 – Shape the Christmas Trees
Take each strip and fold it back and forth over itself about four times to form a small triangle tree shape. Insert a wooden skewer from the base through the center to hold it together.
Cut out tiny pastry stars using a cookie cutter and place one on top of each tree.

Step 4 – Bake Until Golden
Transfer the trees to your lined baking tray. Brush each one with whisked egg.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

Step 5 – Finish and Serve
Once baked, drizzle lightly with hot honey or sweet chili sauce and sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a festive touch. Serve warm and enjoy!