Description
Looking for the ultimate party-perfect appetizer? These Cranberry Brie Bites are everything you need—easy to assemble, delightfully festive, and layered with bold flavor. The buttery puff pastry holds creamy melted Brie, sweet cranberry sauce, toasted pecans, and a sprig of rosemary. Whether you’re planning quick snacks, need elegant finger foods, or want creative food ideas for a holiday or dinner party, this easy recipe delivers on both taste and style.
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
4 ounces Brie cheese (cut into small cubes)
1/3 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or homemade)
24 pecan halves
1 sprig fresh rosemary (cut into 24 small pieces)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 24 squares.
3. Press each pastry square into a muffin cup.
4. Add a cube of Brie into each pastry cup.
5. Top with a spoonful of cranberry sauce.
6. Place a pecan half on top of each bite.
7. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until pastry is golden and cheese is melted.
8. Cool slightly, then garnish each bite with a rosemary sprig.
9. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Use cold Brie for easier slicing and cleaner presentation.
Don’t overfill the pastry cups—Brie expands as it bakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1.9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5.8g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 1.8g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Keywords: easy recipe, cranberry brie appetizer, holiday appetizer, puff pastry snack