Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry
These Cranberry Brie Bites are SO EASY! Flaky puff pastry cups filled with creamy Brie and tangy cranberry sauce make a perfect elegant appetizer.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Muffin tin or mini tart pan
- Pastry Brush
- Sharp knife or pizza cutter
- Mixing Bowl
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 4 oz Brie cheese cut into small pieces, rind can be left on
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce homemade or store-bought, whole berry preferred
- 1 egg egg beaten, for brushing puff pastry
- fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease your muffin tin or mini tart pans. Unwrap your thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the puff pastry sheet into 12 equal squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Gently press each square into the muffin tin wells, making sure the edges come up the sides.
- Place a small piece of Brie cheese into the center of each puff pastry square. Leave the rind on if desired.
- Top each Brie piece with about a teaspoon of cranberry sauce. Spread gently to avoid spilling over edges.
- Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the exposed edges of the puff pastry with the egg wash using a pastry brush.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until puff pastry is golden and Brie is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish each bite with a small sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme. Serve warm.
Notes
- Prepare the bites a few hours ahead and refrigerate unbaked for convenience.
- Substitute cranberry sauce with fig jam or apricot preserves for a sweet twist.
- Try different cheeses like Camembert or mild goat cheese for flavor variation.
- For extra savory flavor, add prosciutto or toasted nuts inside each bite.
- Reheat leftovers in a low oven to crisp the pastry without over-melting the cheese.