Whether you're hosting a casual dinner party or an family an extravagant holiday affair, these Puff Pastry Bites Appetizer will certainly delight your friends and family!
The combination of whole berry cranberry sauce and creamy brie cheese nestled in a flaky pastry will have everyone asking for seconds! Plus, you can easily prepare ahead of time for an effortless entertaining experience.
So get ready for some serious compliments because this is one holiday dish that will definitely hit the spot!
Check out all my other puff pastry recipes for even more easy recipes to make for entertaining!
The next time you're entertaining, why not whip up a delicious puff pastry appetizer made with brie cheese and cranberries? They're easy to make and look great with other appetizers.
This easy-to-make appetizer is the perfect finger food for any gathering. It's a savory, melt-in-your-mouth treat that is sure to impress everyone.
This is the perfect combination of texture and flavor that will have everyone coming back for more. Plus, you can prep ahead of time so there's no need to stress over last minute cooking when your guests arrive.
Looking for more Easy Appetizer Recipes? Try my Mini Puff Pastry Appetizers or my Italian Puff Pastry Appetizers!
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How to defrost puff pastry fast?
Using puff pastry for any recipe requires a little bit of planning. The best way to defrost puff pastry is in the refrigerator overnight.
Simply thaw according to package instructions and roll out following the directions below.
If you are short on time, you can use the microwave. Place the pastry on a plate and heat it on low power for 10-second intervals, flipping it over after each interval until it is soft enough to roll out or press into shape.
If you do choose to use the microwave method, make sure not to heat for too long or it will become brittle and difficult to work with.
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Wilton Perfect Results Premium Non-Stick Mini Muffin Pan & Mini Cupcake Pan, 24-Cavity, Steel
Wood Tart TamperSolid Marble Rolling Pin Set with Wooden Base, Silicone Baking Mat and Dough Scraper
Ingredients
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Recipe Variations and Substitutions
- Try with strawberry or raspberry jam instead of cranberry sauce.
- Add chopped pecans instead of walnuts.
- Check out my other recipe for Tomato Tarts Puff Pastry Appetizer.
- Or you might enjoy this recipe: Strawberry Jalapeno Baked Brie
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Gently roll out the creases of the puff pastry on a sheet of parchment or a lightly floured surface. Cut the puff pastry in half both ways so you have four pieces.
Step 2: Cut each of the quarters into 3 pieces, so that you now have 12 pieces. Now cut each of those 12 pieces in half for a total of 24 pieces.
Step 3: Spray your muffin pan with non-stick baking spray and press a square of puff pastry into each well. Use a tart tamper to gently press the pastry into the well of the pan.
Step 4: Cut the brie into cubes and place a piece in each cup. Add some cranberry sauce on top.
Baking Instructions
Step 5: Refrigerate or freeze to re-chill the dough before baking. Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 10-12 minutes until puffed up and golden. Transfer the pastries to a cooling rack and sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
Step 6: Drizzle with a little honey before serving.
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Prep Ahead Tips
You can prepare this recipe up to two days before you need to serve them. After they are put together, wrap them with plastic wrap and then in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake and serve.
Storing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Make sure that the appetizers have cooled down before putting them away in an airtight container or Ziploc bag. If you plan to eat them within a few days, you can store them in the refrigerator.
Reheating Tips: To reheat, simply bake them in the oven until they are warmed through. You could also reheat them in the air fryer, but not the microwave as that will make the dough soggy.
Recipe FAQ's
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The rind is edible, so you can keep it on, but if you prefer to take it off, use a serrated knife to to cut along the edges to slice the rind off.
Yes, the rind on brie cheese is perfectly safe and edible, adding a unique flavor to the cheese. While some may not enjoy its texture, many find that eating the rind enhances the overall brie experience.
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Puff Pastry Bites Appetizer with Cranberries
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed but still cold
- ¾ cup cranberry sauce Ocean Spray Canned Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
- 8 ounces brie cheese
- 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- honey for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- On a lightly floured surface or piece of parchment paper, unfold the sheet of puff pastry. Using a rolling pin, gently press out the creases in the puff pastry.
- Slice the puff pastry into half and then half again so you have four pieces. Then slice each of those four pieces into 3 pieces, so you have 12 pieces. Finally, slice each of the 12 pieces in half, so you have 24 pieces total. Coat the mini muffin pan with non-stick baking spray and press a square of puff pastry into each well of the pan. Use the tart tamper to press the pastry in without tearing it.
- Cut brie into 1 ½ inch wide and ½ inch thick slices
- Place a piece of brie in each pastry cup.
- Spoon a small amount of cranberry sauce on top, about 1-2 teaspoons (don't add too much or the pastries will be too sweet).
- Place the muffin pan in the refrigerator or even the freezer to re-chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden.
- Chop the walnuts into smaller pieces.
- Remove the puff pastry appetizers from the muffin tin to a cooling rack.
- Sprinkle with the chopped walnuts.
- Drizzle a little honey on top just before serving.
Notes
- Be sure to re-chill the puff pastry dough after assembling the pastry bites so that the butter layers can chill again and then puff up while baking in the hot oven.
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