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cranberry brie bites before baking

Cranberry Brie Bites Appetizer


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  • Author: Amanda Hartwellen
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Puff Pastry Cranberry Brie Bites are a sweet and tangy, easy-to-make bite-sized appetizer with brie, cranberry sauce, and chopped pistachios.


Ingredients

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  • 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)

  • 8 ounces brie cheese

  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought, whole cranberry sauce)

  • ½ cup chopped pistachios

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes (preferably Maldon)

  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, cut into small pieces


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a mini muffin tin with non-stick spray.

  • Unroll puff pastry sheets onto a floured surface and cut into 24 squares.

  • Gently press each puff pastry square into a mini muffin cup.

  • Cut brie into 24 small cubes and place one in each pastry cup.

  • Add 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce over each brie piece.

  • Sprinkle chopped pistachios and sea salt flakes on top.

  • Bake 18–20 minutes until puffed and golden.

  • Remove from oven, let cool 3–5 minutes, and push melted brie back into cups if needed.

  • Transfer to a platter, garnish with fresh rosemary, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold before baking for the best texture.

Leave the rind on the brie; it helps the cheese hold its shape.

Store baked bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze baked or unbaked bites up to 2 months; reheat at 350°F until hot and crispy.

Assemble up to 3 days ahead, wrap tightly, and refrigerate until ready to bake.

Substitute pecans, walnuts, or other nuts as desired.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American