Cranberry Brie Bites are a delightful appetizer that combines the creamy richness of Brie cheese with the tartness of cranberry sauce, all wrapped in a flaky puff pastry. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a cozy night in. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make Cranberry Brie Bites that are sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients for Cranberry Brie Bites
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish (optional)
How to Make Cranberry Brie Bites
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into squares, about 2 inches by 2 inches.
- Place a small spoonful of cranberry sauce in the center of each puff pastry square.
- Top the cranberry sauce with a cube of Brie cheese.
- Fold the corners of each puff pastry square toward the center, overlapping them slightly, to create a sealed parcel.
- Place the filled puff pastry squares on the prepared baking sheet and brush them with the beaten egg.
- Bake the Cranberry Brie Bites in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bites cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired, before serving.
About the Main Ingredients
- Puff Pastry: Puff pastry is a light, flaky pastry that is perfect for making bite-sized appetizers like these Cranberry Brie Bites. It provides a buttery, crispy texture that pairs perfectly with the creamy Brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce.
- Cranberry Sauce: Cranberry sauce adds a tart and sweet flavor to the bites, which complements the rich, creamy Brie cheese. You can use store-bought cranberry sauce or make your own.
- Brie Cheese: Brie cheese is a soft, creamy cheese with a mild flavor. When baked, it becomes gooey and melty, making it the perfect cheese for these bites. Be sure to remove the rind from the Brie before using it in this recipe.
- Egg Wash: The egg wash gives the puff pastry a golden brown color and helps to seal the edges of the bites. It also adds a shiny finish to the pastry.
