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Golden puff pastry Brie Bites filled with melted brie cheese and cranberry sauce, styled as holiday appetizers. 26

Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites – Easy Holiday Appetizers


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 48 bites 1x

Description

These bite-sized appetizers combine flaky puff pastry, creamy brie, and sweet-tart cranberry sauce for an effortless yet impressive holiday treat. Perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any festive gathering, they can be prepped ahead and baked to golden perfection.


Ingredients

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  • 12 sheets puff pastry (about 17 oz total), thawed
  • 8 oz brie cheese, rind on
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
  • 12 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped almonds or pecans (optional)
  • Flour for dusting
  • Cooking spray or butter for greasing
  • 1 egg + 1 tbsp water for egg wash (optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.

    2. On a lightly floured surface, unfold the puff pastry and roll to smooth creases. Cut into 2×2 inch squares.

    3. Press each pastry square into the muffin tin cavities to form small cups without stretching the dough.

    4. Cut the brie into 3/4 inch cubes and place one cube into each pastry cup.

    5. Top each brie cube with about 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.

    6. Sprinkle chopped rosemary or nuts on top if desired for extra flavor and texture.

    7. Whisk the egg and water to make an egg wash and lightly brush the pastry edges for a golden finish.

    8. Bake for 13–15 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden and the brie is melted.

    9. Allow the bites to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 6 bites

    Keywords: cranberry brie puff pastry bites, holiday appetizers, brie bites, easy finger food, christmas party food, thanksgiving dishes, holiday recipes, festive appetizers