Cranberry Brie Bites (Printable)

Flaky pastry cups filled with creamy Brie and cranberry for an elegant, easy appetizer.

# Components:

→ Puff Pastry

01 - 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed

→ Cheese

02 - 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed, cut into 24 small cubes

→ Cranberry

03 - 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce

→ Garnish (optional)

04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans or walnuts

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth creases. Cut into 24 equal squares.
03 - Press a pastry square into each muffin cup, gently shaping to fit.
04 - Place a Brie cube into each pastry cup. Top each with 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce.
05 - Sprinkle chopped herbs and nuts over the top if desired.
06 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until pastry is golden and cheese is melted.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless to assemble for any party
  • Elegant flavor pairing of creamy cheese and tart cranberry
02 -
  • Check puff pastry labels for allergen ingredients especially if serving guests with dietary needs
  • This recipe is vegetarian but contains milk gluten tree nuts in the optional garnish
03 -
  • For a savory twist add cracked black pepper or drizzle honey before baking
  • Homemade cranberry sauce adds deeper flavor
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