Save A festive and effortless appetizer featuring creamy Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and crisp puff pastry—perfect for holiday gatherings or any elegant occasion.
I love serving these at family gatherings because they always disappear quickly and receive compliments
Ingredients
- Brie cheese: 200 g (7 oz) cut into 24 small cubes
- Ready-rolled puff pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g), thawed if frozen
- Cranberry sauce: 120 g (1/2 cup), store-bought or homemade
- Chopped fresh rosemary or thyme: 1 tablespoon (optional)
- Pecan halves or walnuts: 24 halves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Prepare Pastry:
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 24 equal squares.
- Form Cups:
- Gently press each pastry square into the wells of the mini muffin tin to form small cups.
- Add Brie:
- Place a cube of Brie into each pastry cup.
- Add Cranberry Sauce:
- Top each with 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Add Garnish:
- Optionally, sprinkle with chopped herbs or add a pecan half on top for extra flavor and crunch.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Cool and Serve:
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Save My family eagerly gathers whenever I make these, enjoying the perfect blend of creamy and tart flavors
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup), sharp knife, cutting board, spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (Brie cheese), Wheat or Gluten (puff pastry), and Tree nuts (if using pecans or walnuts). Always verify labels for possible allergen traces.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 80 calories, 5 g total fat, 7 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein
Save This recipe combines festive flavors with ease of preparation, perfect for creating memorable holiday moments.
Recipe Guide
- → Can I use a different cheese than Brie?
Yes, Camembert or goat cheese can be used as flavorful alternatives for a varied taste.
- → How do I ensure the pastry cups don’t shrink while baking?
Press the puff pastry firmly into the muffin tin and chill briefly before baking to help maintain shape.
- → Are there options to make these bites nut-free?
Simply omit pecans or walnuts to create a nut-free version without sacrificing flavor.
- → What herbs pair well as garnish?
Fresh rosemary or thyme add a fragrant touch and complement the cheese and cranberry perfectly.
- → Can cranberry sauce be homemade or store-bought?
Either option works well; homemade cranberry sauce adds freshness, while store-bought offers convenience.
- → How should these bites be served for best flavor?
Serve warm or at room temperature to enjoy the creamy cheese and crisp pastry textures fully.