Mini Cranberry Brie Wreath (Print Version)

Buttery puff pastry paired with creamy Brie and cranberry, shaped into festive mini tartlets perfect for gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed (approximately 8.8 ounces)

→ Cheese & Filling

02 - 4.2 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed if preferred, cut into 16 cubes
03 - 1/3 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or quality store-bought)
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios or walnuts
07 - Fresh rosemary sprigs

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into a 10 x 10 inch square. Cut into 16 equal squares.
03 - Place each square into a mini muffin tin cup, gently pressing to form a shell.
04 - Place one cube of Brie in each shell. Top with 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce and a pinch of chopped rosemary.
05 - Brush the exposed edges of pastry with beaten egg to promote browning.
06 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until pastry is golden and puffed.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes, then carefully lift tartlets from tin.
08 - Arrange tartlets in a wreath on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped nuts and rosemary sprigs if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Festive and elegant appetizer
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a touch of orange zest to the cranberry sauce
  • Try goat cheese or Camembert instead of Brie
03 -
  • Ensure the puff pastry is well chilled before cutting to maintain its shape
  • Brush the pastry edges carefully with egg wash for a golden finish
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