Mini Brie Bites with Cranberry Sauce Recipe
These Mini Brie Bites are a delightful appetizer featuring creamy brie cheese and sweet cranberry sauce encased in flaky puff pastry, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any festive occasion, they offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces Brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 3 tablespoons cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the pastry to a golden crisp.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 12 equal squares.
- Assemble Brie Bites: Place a cube of Brie cheese in the center of each puff pastry square, then top each with about a teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Form Pastry Bites: Gently fold the corners of each puff pastry square towards the center, pinching lightly to seal the brie and cranberry inside.
- Bake: Arrange the filled puff pastry squares on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the melted brie and sweet cranberry filling safely.
Notes
- Use cold puff pastry for easier handling and better puff.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle some chopped fresh rosemary or thyme on top before baking.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- If desired, substitute cranberry sauce with fig jam or apricot preserves for variation.
Keywords: Mini Brie Bites, Brie cheese appetizers, Puff pastry snacks, Holiday appetizers, Cranberry brie bites
