Mini Brie and Cranberry Puff Pastry Bites Recipe
Mini Brie Bites are a delightful appetizer featuring creamy brie cheese and sweet cranberry sauce wrapped in flaky puff pastry, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, these bite-sized treats combine rich, savory, and sweet flavors in an easy-to-make finger food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 ounces Brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for the pastry to become golden and crisp.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 12 equal squares, approximately 2×2 inches each.
- Assemble Bites: Place a small cube of Brie cheese in the center of each puff pastry square, then top each piece of Brie with about half a teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the corners of each puff pastry square up towards the center, enclosing the filling while leaving the top slightly open, and gently pinch the edges to seal.
- Bake: Arrange the prepared pastry bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm as a delicious appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Use chilled Brie cheese for easier handling while assembling.
- Make sure puff pastry is fully thawed before cutting to avoid tearing.
- Substitute cranberry sauce with fig jam or raspberry preserves for different flavor variations.
- For extra crispness, brush the pastry with a little beaten egg before baking.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; reheating may soften the pastry.
Keywords: Mini Brie Bites, Brie Puff Pastry, Cranberry Brie Appetizer, Holiday Appetizer, Cheese Puff Pastry
