Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry
Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry are the ultimate festive appetizer that perfectly combines crispy, flaky pastry with creamy brie and sweet-tart cranberry sauce. Ready in just under 30 minutes, these bite-sized treats not only look elegant on any holiday table but also deliver a crowd-pleasing flavor that’s sure to impress your guests. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy gathering, they can be customized with nuts or fresh herbs to suit your taste. Quick to prepare and easy to clean up, these bites allow you to spend more time enjoying the festivities with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but cold
- 4 oz brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- ⅓ cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or smooth)
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional)
- 1 egg + 1 tsp water for egg wash (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 12 equal squares.
- Place each square into a muffin cup, pressing gently down.
- Add a cube of brie into each cup and spoon about ½–1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce over the cheese.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or herbs on top for added flavor (optional).
- Brush edges of the pastry with an egg wash for shine (optional).
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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