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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites

A quick, crowd-pleasing recipe combining flaky puff pastry, creamy brie, and bright cranberry sauce, perfect for holiday gatherings and busy hosts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed (about 8 oz) Use good-quality puff pastry.
  • 8 oz wheel of brie, rind left on or trimmed Trim the rind if preferred.
  • 3/4 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned whole-berry) Whole-berry gives the nicest texture.
Egg Wash & Optional Ingredients
  • 1 large egg For egg wash.
  • 1 tbsp water For egg wash.
  • 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans or walnuts Optional.
  • 1 tbsp honey Optional for drizzling.
  • 1 sprig Fresh thyme or rosemary Optional for garnish.
  • a pinch black pepper Optional for a subtle bite.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry and roll to smooth any creases. Cut into 24 pieces using a 2–2.5-inch round cutter.
  3. Cut the brie into small cubes about 3/4 to 1 inch. Leave the rind on for added flavor.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Place pastry pieces on the baking sheet. Top each with one brie cube, add 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top, and sprinkle chopped nuts if using.
  2. Beat the egg with the tablespoon of water and brush the edges of the pastry. Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes, until golden.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool for 3–4 minutes. Drizzle lightly with honey and add herb sprigs and a pinch of black pepper if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Can be assembled and refrigerated for up to 6 hours before baking. Freezing is also possible, add extra baking time for frozen bites. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–8 minutes.