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Cranberry Brie Bites

These little flavor bombs combine buttery puff pastry, melty Brie, and a sweet-tart cranberry sauce to create a holiday appetizer that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for festive gatherings, these bite‐sized treats are easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry about 8 oz, thawed
  • 8 oz Brie cheese rind on or off, cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce homemade or canned whole-berry
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional, for extra sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts optional, for topping

Equipment

  • Mini muffin pan
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter
  • Lightly floured surface
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. Unfold the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut it into 24 small squares.
  3. Press each pastry square into a mini muffin cup to form a small pastry nest.
  4. Place a small cube of Brie cheese in the center of each pastry nest.
  5. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of the Brie. If desired, drizzle with the honey for extra sweetness.
  6. Sprinkle the bites with chopped rosemary and, if using, a few pieces of chopped pecans or walnuts.
  7. Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg to help them achieve a golden, glossy finish.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes or until the pastry puffs up and turns a beautiful golden brown.
  9. Let the bites cool for a minute or two before removing them from the pan, as the cheese will be very hot.

Notes

These Cranberry Brie Bites are perfect for holiday gatherings and can be made ahead of time. For best results, use quality ingredients like all-butter puff pastry and a good quality cranberry sauce. They reheat well in a hot oven for a few minutes if you need to serve them warm. Serve with a crisp green salad or a platter of charcuterie to make a well-rounded appetizer spread.