Save Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with creamy Brie and tangy cranberry sauce – an irresistible, bite-sized appetizer perfect for festive gatherings.
I made these for our annual holiday party, and everyone kept asking for the recipe. Their combination of creamy cheese and tart cranberry makes them vanish quickly from the platter!
Ingredients
- Brie cheese: 200 g (7 oz), rind trimmed, cut into 24 cubes
- Frozen puff pastry: 1 sheet (250 g / 9 oz), thawed
- Cranberry sauce: 120 g (1/2 cup), homemade or store-bought
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional): 2 tbsp
- Fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional): 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Prepare oven and pan:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a mini muffin tin with nonstick spray or parchment squares.
- Roll out puff pastry:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to a 30 x 30 cm (12 x 12 in) square. Cut into 24 equal squares.
- Fill muffin cups:
- Gently press each pastry square into a mini muffin cup.
- Add cheese:
- Place a cube of Brie in each pastry shell.
- Add sauce:
- Top each with a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Add garnish:
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts and rosemary, if using.
- Bake:
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, until pastry is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Cool slightly before serving warm.
Save The kids love assembling these bites together, and it has become a fun way to start our holiday cooking as a family.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup), rolling pin, sharp knife, small spoon
Allergen Information
Contains: Milk (Brie cheese), Wheat/Gluten (puff pastry), Tree nuts (if using pecans or walnuts). Always double-check store-bought ingredients for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 95, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 2 g (per serving)
Save Serve these straight from the oven for the ultimate gooey, cheesy appetizer. They're a guaranteed hit at any gathering!
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of pastry is used for the bites?
Frozen puff pastry sheet is thawed, rolled, and cut into squares to form the flaky cups.
- → Can I use different spreads instead of cranberry sauce?
Yes, fig jam or apricot preserves make delicious alternatives for varied flavor profiles.
- → How should I bake these bites for best results?
Bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 13-15 minutes until the pastry is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- → Are there any nut-free options for garnish?
Omit nuts entirely or substitute with pumpkin seeds to keep the bites nut-free.
- → Can these bites be reheated after baking?
Yes, reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes to warm them before serving.