Cranberry-Brie Bites
These Cranberry-Brie Bites are an effortless and elegant appetizer. Golden puff pastry cups are filled with creamy Brie cheese and sweet-tart cranberry sauce, then baked until the pastry is crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Perfect for entertaining, they come together quickly and offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures, ideal for holiday gatherings or quick snacks.
Equipment
- 1 Mini Muffin Tin
- 1 Sharp Knife
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Small spoon For portioning cranberry sauce
Ingredients
Main
- 1 1/2 cups cranberry sauce use homemade or store-bought cranberry sauce
- 1 puff pastry sheet
- 1 brie triangle chilled
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Thaw puffy pastry sheet flat. Cut puff pastry sheet into approximately 3-inch squares and place them into mini muffin tins, pressing them into the shape of the muffin hole. Place a 1-inch slice of brie in the center of each puff pastry and then top it with approximately 1 tablespoon of cranberry sauce.
- Bake 10 minutes or until puff pastry corners are toasted light brown. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure puff pastry is thawed but still cold and firm for easier handling and cleaner cuts. Over-thawing makes it sticky and difficult to work with.Chilling the Brie before slicing ensures clean, precise 1-inch pieces, which are crucial for even melting and proper distribution within the pastry.For enhanced flavor, consider a homemade cranberry sauce with a touch of orange zest or cinnamon. Alternatively, elevate store-bought sauce by simmering it briefly with a pinch of spices.Avoid overfilling the pastry cups to prevent spillage during baking and ensure a crisp pastry.These bites are best served warm, allowing the brie to remain delightfully gooey.