Simple and Delicious Cranberry Brie Appetizers: The Perfect Holiday Bite
These Cranberry Brie Appetizers are a perfect blend of buttery, flaky pastry, creamy brie cheese, and sweet-tart cranberry sauce. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, this bite-sized treat is ideal for holiday gatherings, parties, or an easy snack. The contrast of textures and flavors makes them a crowd-pleasing favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 6 oz brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey, for drizzling
- Fresh rosemary, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Pastry: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 12 small squares. Press each square into a mini muffin tin.
- Add Brie: Place a small piece of brie into each pastry cup.
- Top with Cranberry Sauce: Spoon a small amount of cranberry sauce over the brie. Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts if using.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish & Serve: Drizzle with honey, top with fresh rosemary, and serve warm.
Notes
- Let the puff pastry thaw in the fridge overnight for the best texture.
- Don’t overfill with cranberry sauce to prevent sogginess.
- These appetizers are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg