Biscoff Puff Pastry Christmas Tree

Name: Biscoff Puff Pastry Christmas Tree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 Sheets Ready-rolled puff pastry ((any size will work but I used two 320g/11.2oz sheets)); 120 g Smooth Biscoff spread ((½ cup) plus extra for serving); 1 Small Egg ((to brush the pastry with)); Icing sugar ((to dust))

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This puff pastry Biscoff Christmas tree is super easy to make and great for serving a crowd at parties. Flaky puff pastry is filled with smooth Lotus Biscoff spread to make a tasty festive treat that you'll want to bake again and again.

pastry biscoff christmas tree on a black tray

If you're looking for a quick and easy dessert with only a few simple ingredients, this Biscoff puff pastry Christmas tree is just what you need! It can serve up to 12 people, making it ideal for Christmas parties or other festive gatherings. It's buttery, it's flaky, and it's bursting with that classic Biscoff flavour. Both kids and adults are guaranteed to love it!

This recipe is pretty straight forward but if you're a beginner baker and want to ensure you get it right on the first go, feel free to read through the post below. It contains ingredient and equipment notes, step-by-step images, top tips and more. I hope you find this helpful but if you'd prefer to skip to the condensed version of the recipe, you can find it in the recipe card at the end of the post. Enjoy!

Ingredients and equipment

Here's everything you'll need to make a Biscoff tree...

Puff pastry: To make things easier for yourself, it's best to use ready-rolled puff pastry sheets. This will ensure that both pieces are the same size, which is important when adding the filling.
Lotus Biscoff spread: I used smooth Biscoff spread but you can also use crunchy if you prefer it. You'll need about 120g of it, or just enough so that you can cover the entire pastry sheet.
Egg: To make your pastry extra crispy and golden, brush it with some beaten egg before you put it in the oven. If you don't have any eggs, you can use milk, oil or melted butter instead.
Icing sugar: This is optional but recommended for decorating your finished Biscoff tree. It just makes it look so festive and snowy!
Baking tray: Make sure your tray is large enough for the entire pastry sheet to fit onto. This will ensure that your tree shape will fit on there easily after you've cut it out.
Baking paper: To prevent sticking. Of course, you can skip this if you're using a non-stick baking tray.
Heatproof bowl: To melt the Biscoff spread in. This will make it easier to spread around the pastry without tearing it.
Small bowl or mug: To beat the egg in.
Utensils: You'll need a sharp knife or pizza cutter to shape the dough, a teaspoon, butter knife or small spatula to spread the filling, and a pastry brush and fork for the egg wash.

lotus biscoff puff pastry christmas tree with a star on top

How to make a puff pastry Biscoff Christmas tree

Ready? Let's get baking!

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 200°C/400°F (or 180°C/350°F if you're using a fan or convection oven). Then line a large tray with baking paper.

Step 2: Unroll one puff pastry sheet and lay it flat onto the tray.

Step 3: Place 120g (½ cup) of Biscoff spread into a heatproof bowl and melt it in the microwave for 10-20 seconds until it becomes smooth and runny. Spread it over the puff pastry sheet, ensuring you get it all the way to the edges.

Step 4: Unroll the second puff pastry sheet then gently place it on top of the first one.

Step 5: Now it's time to cut out your Christmas tree shape! Starting from the top edges, make a diagonal cut down each side using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Then cut into the centre and down to make a tree trunk.

Step 6: Create the tree branches by making cuts into the sides of each triangle. Make sure to leave the centre intact so it stays connected. Then twist the branches away from you as picture below.

cutting out the branches using a pizza cutter

Step 6: Using leftover pastry, cut out a star for the top. You can cut out as many extra shapes as you like until the dough is all used up.

Step 7: Beat a small egg in a mug or bowl then use a pastry brush to brush it onto your Biscoff pastry tree. Stick the star on top then brush that with the egg wash too. You can put any leftover shapes on a separate tray and brush those with the egg before baking. I don't recommend putting them on the same tray as the tree as they can puff up too much and stick together.

Step 8: Bake your Biscoff tree for around 20-25 minutes, or until it is golden brown all over. Baking time will vary depending on the size of your puff pastry sheets and your tree shape.

Step 9: Transfer the tree and any extra shapes to a serving board (or you can leave it on the tray) then give it a light dusting of icing sugar.

Step 10: Warm up a few more tablespoons of Biscoff spread in the microwave and serve immediately with your puff pastry tree for dipping.

Top tips

Let your puff pastry dough sit out at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before you begin. This will prevent cracking when you unroll the dough, making for a nice smooth surface on your Biscoff tree.
Melt the Biscoff spread before you put it onto the pastry. This will make it easier to work with and prevent tearing the pastry.
You can stick extra puff pastry shapes onto your tree using Biscoff spread.
If you want to be extra fancy, try sticking colourful candies such as M&Ms onto your Biscoff pastry tree to create a 'Christmas lights' effect.

Filling alternatives

If you want to switch it up a little, here are some other things you can use in place of the Lotus Biscoff spread:

Nutella. Or any other kind of dessert spread such as Asda's cookies and cream spread.
Strawberry or raspberry jam. Or any other fruity spread like lemon curd or marmalade.
Salted caramel. Either a homemade one or straight from the bottle/can.
Custard. You just can't beat the puff pastry and custard combo! Again, you can use store-bought or homemade.

FAQs

How long will this puff pastry Biscoff Christmas tree last?

This recipe is best served immediately (especially when it's warm) but if needed, you can store it in an airtight container for up to 24 hours at room temperature. Note that the longer you leave it after baking, the less crispy your pastry will be.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe will serve around 10-12 people, depending on how big you want your servings to be.

Can I freeze it?

Yes, this can be frozen but as I mentioned above, it's best served fresh to ensure crispiness. Defrosted puff pastry won't have the same crunch.

Can I use a puff pastry block?

You sure can but it'll be a little more time-consuming than using ready-rolled sheets. You'll need to divide your block into two (or have two blocks) and roll them into rectangles. I'd recommend using a measuring tape to ensure both rectangles are the same size, to prevent any Biscoff spread from spilling out the edges.

biscoff pastry tree decorated with milk chooclate colourful candies

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I hope you like my Lotus Biscoff puff pastry Christmas tree! If you make it at home, please leave a comment to let me know what you think. Enjoy!