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Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe

Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
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Cranberry Brie Bites are an elegant and easy-to-make appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry layered and baked to golden perfection, topped with melted creamy brie cheese and a dollop of sweet-tart cranberry sauce. Garnished with fresh thyme or rosemary, these bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday parties or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)

Filling

  • 4 oz. brie cheese
  • 4 tablespoons cranberry sauce

Other

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Tray: Begin by preheating your oven to 200°C/400°F (fan). Line a baking tray with baking parchment or a silicone liner to prevent sticking and facilitate cleanup.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Unroll the puff pastry sheet carefully on a clean surface. Lightly brush the entire surface with egg wash to ensure a golden finish during baking. Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, divide the pastry into approximately 40 small, even rectangles.
  3. Layer Pastry Rectangles: Take one rectangle and place it directly on top of another, pressing gently to adhere. Continue until you have about 20 doubled-up rectangles, which will puff expertly when baked.
  4. Bake Pastry Layers: Arrange the layered pastry pieces spaced slightly apart on the prepared baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Remove from oven but keep tray handy.
  5. Slice Brie Cheese: While pastries are baking, slice the brie cheese into small, uniform slices to ensure even melting.
  6. Add Brie and Melt: Place a brie slice atop each baked pastry puff. Return the tray to the oven for 1–2 minutes, just enough to soften and slightly melt the brie.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Carefully transfer the warm cranberry brie bites to a serving plate. Add a small dollop of cranberry sauce on each, followed by a few fresh thyme or rosemary leaves for a fragrant garnish. Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • Use store-bought puff pastry for convenience, or homemade for a fresher taste.
  • Ensure the brie is sliced evenly for consistent melting.
  • Fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary add complementary flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • For a vegetarian option, verify the brie cheese is free from animal rennet.
  • These bites are best served warm; they can be reheated briefly in the oven before serving.

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