Description
Cranberry Brie Bites are an easy and elegant holiday appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry filled with creamy brie cheese and tangy cranberry sauce. Perfect for festive gatherings, these bite-sized treats combine savory and sweet flavors with a golden, crispy finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 package puff pastry (thawed)
Filling
- 8 ounces brie cheese (cut into wedges)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
Additional
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
- Chopped nuts (optional)
- Honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the pastry to a golden crisp.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: On a floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry to smooth out creases. Cut the dough into 3-inch squares to form the base for each bite.
- Assemble Bites: Place each puff pastry square onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Add a wedge of brie cheese to the center of each square, then top with a spoonful of cranberry sauce.
- Seal Bites: Fold the corners of each pastry square over the filling, gently pinching the edges together to seal the filling inside, forming neat little packets.
- Egg Wash: Beat the egg and brush the exterior of each pastry bite. This step helps give a beautiful golden brown color once baked.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the bites for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme, sprinkle chopped nuts, or drizzle honey or maple syrup over the bites. Serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- If you prefer a nuttier texture, add chopped walnuts or pecans before folding the pastry.
- Use fresh or homemade cranberry sauce for a more vibrant flavor.
- These bites can be assembled ahead and refrigerated, brush with egg wash just before baking.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure your puff pastry does not contain animal fats.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best melty brie experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
