Mini Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry
These delightful bite-sized appetizers combine flaky puff pastry, creamy Brie, and tangy cranberry sauce for a perfect holiday or party treat.
Ingredients
Dough
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Cheese
- 4 oz Brie cheese (rind removed and cut into cubes)
Sauce
- 0.5 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Egg wash
- 1 egg beaten egg
Seasoning
- 1 pinch salt and fresh ground pepper
Garnish
- fresh thyme leaves or chopped pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a mini muffin tin.
- Roll out puff pastry, cut into 24 circles, and press into muffin wells.
- Place Brie cubes and cranberry sauce in each pastry, season with salt and pepper.
- Brush edges with beaten egg and bake 12–15 minutes until golden.
- Cool briefly, garnish with thyme or pistachios, and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a touch of honey to the cranberry sauce before assembling.