Best Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
Learn how to make delicious cranberry brie bites in just 30 minutes. This easy appetizer recipe combines creamy brie cheese with sweet-tart cranberries in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday parties and entertaining.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 18 minutes mins
Total Time 33 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American with French Twist
Servings 12 bites
Calories 145 kcal
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
- 8 ounces brie cheese cut into half-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce canned or homemade
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
- Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs optional
- All-purpose flour for dusting
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 3-inch squares.
Press each pastry square into the cups of a mini muffin tin, creating a bowl shape.
Place a half-inch cube of brie cheese in the center of each pastry cup.
Spoon approximately one teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of each piece of brie.
Add a small sprig of fresh herbs on top if desired.
Bake for 15-18 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Cool in the pan for 2-3 minutes before removing.
Transfer to a serving platter and serve warm.
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