Save to Pinterest Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with creamy Brie and tangy cranberry sauce—an irresistible, bite-sized appetizer perfect for festive gatherings.
I made these Cranberry Brie Bites for our last family holiday dinner, and they quickly vanished from the serving tray. Everyone loved their warm, gooey center and crispy pastry wrapping.
Ingredients
- Brie cheese: 200 g (7 oz), rind trimmed, cut into 24 cubes
- Puff pastry: 1 sheet (250 g / 9 oz), frozen, thawed
- Cranberry sauce: 120 g (1/2 cup), homemade or store-bought
- Pecans or walnuts (optional): 2 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh rosemary (optional): 1 tbsp, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the pan:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a mini muffin tin with nonstick spray or parchment squares.
- Roll the pastry:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to a 30 x 30 cm (12 x 12 in) square. Cut into 24 equal squares.
- Shape the bites:
- Gently press each pastry square into a mini muffin cup.
- Add filling:
- Place a cube of Brie in each pastry shell and top with a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Add garnish:
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts and rosemary, if using.
- Bake:
- Bake for 13–15 minutes, until pastry is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Serve:
- Cool slightly before serving warm.
Save to Pinterest Our kids love helping assemble these before guests arrive, making it a fun family cooking tradition during the festive season.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin, rolling pin, sharp knife, small spoon
Allergen Information
Contains milk (Brie cheese), wheat/gluten (puff pastry), tree nuts (if using pecans or walnuts). Always double-check store-bought ingredients for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 95, Total Fat: 6 g, Carbohydrates: 8 g, Protein: 2 g
Save to Pinterest For best results, serve these warm straight from the oven. They're always gone in minutes at our holiday parties!
Common Recipe Questions
- → What type of pastry is used for these bites?
Frozen puff pastry, thawed before assembly, provides a golden, flaky base that crisps beautifully when baked.
- → Can I substitute the cranberry sauce with something else?
Yes, fig jam or apricot preserves can replace cranberry sauce for different sweet and tangy flavor profiles.
- → How should the Brie be prepared before baking?
Trim the rind and cut the Brie into small cubes to fit inside each pastry shell, ensuring even melting during baking.
- → Are nuts necessary for the flavor?
Nuts add a crunchy texture and complement the tartness, but they are optional and can be omitted or replaced with pumpkin seeds.
- → What is the best way to serve these bites?
Serve warm, shortly after baking, to enjoy the creamy melted cheese and crisp pastry texture at their peak.
- → Can these bites be reheated?
Yes, they can be reheated in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes to regain freshness and warmth.