The holidays have a way of sneaking up on us, don’t they? One minute you’re leisurely planning your menu, and the next you’re frantically searching for something impressive that won’t chain you to the kitchen all day.
That’s where these cranberry brie bites come in. They look like you spent hours perfecting them, but the reality? You’ll have a full tray ready in about 20 minutes.
The combination of buttery puff pastry, creamy melted brie, and tart-sweet cranberry creates something that disappears from the appetizer table faster than you can say “I should have made a double batch.”
And yes, you absolutely should make a double batch!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These bites are the definition of effortless elegance. Store-bought puff pastry does most of the heavy lifting, while you get all the credit.
They’re versatile enough for both casual gatherings and fancy dinner parties. Serve them at a book club meeting or a holiday soirée—they fit right in anywhere.
The flavor balance is perfection. Rich, creamy cheese meets bright, tangy cranberry sauce in every bite, all wrapped up in golden, flaky pastry.
You can prep them ahead and bake right before guests arrive. No last-minute stress, just pop them in the oven and watch them transform into golden, bubbling perfection.
They’re crowd-pleasers for virtually everyone. Even picky eaters tend to reach for seconds (and thirds).
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/3 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 24 squares, approximately 2 inches each.
Press each pastry square gently into the muffin tin cups, creating a small cup shape. The corners will stick up a bit, which looks charming once baked.
Place a cube of brie in the center of each pastry cup. Add about 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of the cheese.
Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg. This gives them that gorgeous golden color.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. The cheese should be melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 2-3 minutes. They’ll be extremely hot, so resist the urge to pop one in your mouth immediately.
Carefully transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Serve warm and watch them vanish.
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Cranberry Brie Bites
These cranberry brie bites are the ultimate easy appetizer for any gathering. Flaky puff pastry cups are filled with creamy melted brie and topped with tangy cranberry sauce, then drizzled with honey for the perfect sweet-savory balance.
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites 1x
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/3 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 24 squares, approximately 2 inches each.
- Press each pastry square gently into the muffin tin cups, creating a small cup shape. The corners will stick up a bit, which looks charming once baked.
- Place a cube of brie in the center of each pastry cup. Add about 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of the cheese.
- Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg. This gives them that gorgeous golden color.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. The cheese should be melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 2-3 minutes. They’ll be extremely hot, so resist the urge to pop one in your mouth immediately.
- Carefully transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve warm and watch them vanish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
