Description
Ready to steal the show at your next holiday gathering? These Mini Cranberry Brie Bites hit every sweet-and-savory note your taste buds crave. They’re easy, festive, and absolutely delicious—perfect for Christmas parties or cozy family evenings.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into cubes
- 0.5 cup cranberry sauce, homemade or store-bought
- 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash
- 1 pinch salt and fresh ground pepper
- fresh thyme leaves or chopped pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.
2. Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut out 24 circles. Re-roll scraps as needed.
3. Press each pastry circle into the muffin tin wells to form small cups.
4. Place a cube of Brie in each cup. Top with about ½ teaspoon of cranberry sauce. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
5. Brush the pastry edges with beaten egg for a golden finish.
6. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until pastry is puffed and golden brown. Let cool for 2 minutes before removing from the tin.
7. Garnish with thyme or pistachios if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
You can prep these bites up to 24 hours ahead (skip the egg wash).
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Try swapping the cranberry sauce for fig jam or caramelized onions for a twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 12mg