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 making these when friends come over because they always impress without much effort.
Ingredients
- Dairy: 200 g (7 oz) Brie cheese, cut into 24 small cubes
- Pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g) ready-rolled puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- Condiments: 120 g (1/2 cup) cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Garnish (optional): 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
- Garnish (optional): 24 pecan halves or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 24 equal squares.
- Step 3:
- Gently press each pastry square into the wells of the mini muffin tin to form small cups.
- Step 4:
- Place a cube of Brie into each pastry cup.
- Step 5:
- Top each with 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Step 6:
- Optionally, sprinkle with chopped herbs or add a pecan half on top for extra flavor and crunch.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 1215 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Step 8:
- Cool for 5 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
Save My family always gathers around the table smiling as these little bites disappear quickly at every holiday party.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup), sharp knife, cutting board, spoon
Allergen Information
Contains milk (Brie cheese), wheat/gluten (puff pastry), tree nuts (if using pecans or walnuts). Always check labels for possible traces of allergens in store-bought products.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 80, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 7 g, Protein: 2 g per serving
Save These bites bring festive flair to any gathering with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
Cooking Guide
- → What type of cheese works best?
Brie provides a creamy and mild flavor, but Camembert or goat cheese offer delicious alternatives.
- → Can I make these nut-free?
Yes, simply omit the pecans or walnuts for a nut-free version without sacrificing taste.
- → How do I bake the bites evenly?
Press the pastry squares gently into a mini muffin tin and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- → Are fresh herbs necessary?
Herbs like rosemary or thyme are optional but add a fresh, aromatic note to the bites.
- → Is store-bought cranberry sauce suitable?
Store-bought cranberry sauce works well, though homemade versions can provide a fresher taste.