Save A festive and effortless appetizer featuring creamy Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and crisp puff pastry—perfect for holiday gatherings or any elegant occasion.
This recipe has always been a hit at family parties, bringing smiles and compliments every time.
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 12 to 15 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 Sharing these bites with loved ones always creates warm and joyful holiday moments.
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 This appetizer is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and comes together in just minutes, perfect for any occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other cheeses instead of Brie?
Yes, Camembert or goat cheese can be used for varying flavor profiles while maintaining creamy texture.
- → How do I keep the pastry from getting soggy?
Pressing the puff pastry into mini muffin tins to form cups helps contain fillings and maintain crispiness after baking.
- → What herbs pair well with these bites?
Fresh rosemary or thyme add aromatic notes and complement both Brie and cranberry flavors beautifully.
- → Are nuts necessary for this dish?
Nuts like pecans or walnuts add crunch and richness but can be omitted for nut-free preferences without compromising taste.
- → Can the cranberry sauce be homemade or store-bought?
Both homemade and store-bought cranberry sauces work well, providing the signature tangy sweetness needed.