Baked Cranberry Brie Bites
These baked cranberry brie bites are the little appetizer that makes a party feel special. Creamy brie melts inside crisp puff pastry, and a spoonful of tart cranberry sauce and chopped pecans goes on top. They look fancy, but they take about 15 minutes of hands-on work.
It is the kind of recipe you will come back to again and again — simple enough for a weeknight, and good enough for guests.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Buttery, flaky pastry with a melty center
- Sweet cranberry and crunchy pecans on top
- Perfect for holidays, parties, and potlucks
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind removed, cut into 12 cubes
- 1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- Flour, for dusting
How to Make It
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup mini muffin tin.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into a 12-inch square. Cut it into 12 equal squares.
- Press one square into each muffin cup, gently pushing the pastry into the corners.
- Place one brie cube in each cup, then top with a spoonful of cranberry sauce and a sprinkle of pecans.
- Drizzle a little honey over each cup and sprinkle with rosemary.
- Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg mixed with water.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden and the brie is melted. Cool for 5 minutes, then lift the bites out and serve warm.
Pro Tips
- Keep the puff pastry cold until you work with it. Warm pastry gets sticky and will not puff as well.
- Do not overfill the cups. A heaping teaspoon of cranberry sauce is enough.
- Serve them warm. The brie firms up as it cools, so reheat leftovers for a few minutes in a 350°F oven.
Serving Suggestions
Serve on a platter with extra rosemary sprigs for garnish, alongside sparkling cider or white wine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different cheese?
Yes. Camembert works the same way. For a sharper bite, try a small cube of aged cheddar, though it will not melt as smoothly.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble them up to 4 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Bake them just before serving.
What can I use instead of cranberry sauce?
Fig jam, apricot preserves, or red pepper jelly all work beautifully.
Baked Cranberry Brie Bites
Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Total: 35 min Servings: 12
Nutrition (estimate): About 150 calories, 4 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates, 9 g fat per bite.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind removed, cut into 12 cubes
- 1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon water
- Flour, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup mini muffin tin.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into a 12-inch square. Cut it into 12 equal squares.
- Press one square into each muffin cup, gently pushing the pastry into the corners.
- Place one brie cube in each cup, then top with a spoonful of cranberry sauce and a sprinkle of pecans.
- Drizzle a little honey over each cup and sprinkle with rosemary.
- Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg mixed with water.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden and the brie is melted. Cool for 5 minutes, then lift the bites out and serve warm.
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