🎄 Cranberry Brie Bites

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🛒 Ingredients

  • 🥐 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 🧀 8 oz Brie cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 🍇 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 🌿 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
  • 🥄 2 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 🥚 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

🍳 Instructions

Prepare the Puff Pastry
  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line it with non-stick spray.
  2. Cut the Puff Pastry:
    • Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 12 equal squares.
  3. Place in the Muffin Tin:
    • Gently press each puff pastry square into a mini muffin tin cavity, allowing the corners to stick out slightly.
Assemble the Bites
  1. Add the Brie:
    • Place a cube of Brie cheese into the center of each puff pastry square.
  2. Top with Cranberry Sauce:
    • Spoon about 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce over the Brie.
  3. Optional Add-Ins:
    • Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts and a pinch of fresh rosemary or thyme over the cranberry sauce for added flavor and texture.
  4. Brush with Egg Wash:
    • Lightly brush the exposed edges of the puff pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake and Serve
  1. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  2. Cool Slightly:
    • Let the bites cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter.

💡 Tips and Variations

  • 🍯 Sweet Twist: Drizzle honey over the cranberry sauce before baking for a sweeter flavor.
  • 🧀 Cheese Alternatives: Swap Brie for goat cheese or Camembert for a different taste.
  • 🌶️ Spicy Option: Add a tiny pinch of chili flakes for a subtle heat.
  • 🧊 Make Ahead: Assemble the bites and freeze before baking; bake straight from frozen when needed.

🍹 Serving Suggestions

Serve these Cranberry Brie Bites warm as part of a holiday appetizer spread. Pair with a sparkling cocktail or a crisp white wine to complement the flavors.

What Makes This Recipe Special

Cranberry Brie Bites combine the creaminess of melted Brie, the tangy sweetness of cranberry sauce, and the flaky crunch of puff pastry. These bite-sized treats are quick to make, visually stunning, and guaranteed to impress your guests at any holiday gathering.

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