Classic Cranberry Brie Bites
These elegant and easy-to-make cranberry brie bites are perfect for any gathering. Flaky puff pastry cups filled with gooey brie and tangy cranberry sauce create a delightful appetizer.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mini Muffin Tin
- Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 4-6 ounces brie cheese rind removed and cut into small cubes
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup cranberry sauce whole berry or homemade
Optional Garnish
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- chopped pecans
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly flour a clean surface; unfold the thawed puff pastry, gently rolling it to a 10x10-inch square if needed.
- Cut the puff pastry into 24 even 2-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Lightly grease a mini muffin tin and carefully press each pastry square into the cups, allowing the corners to slightly overhang.
- Place a cube of brie cheese in the center of each puff pastry square, then top with about a teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
Baking and Serving
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the brie is melted and bubbly, carefully monitoring as ovens vary.
- Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the bites cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a serving platter.
- Optionally, garnish with a small sprig of fresh rosemary or a sprinkle of chopped pecans before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure your puff pastry is completely thawed but still cold before handling. If you don't have a mini muffin tin, you can use a regular muffin tin, but you will yield fewer, larger bites and may need to adjust baking time slightly.