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Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe

Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe

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Cranberry Brie Bites are delightful mini appetizers featuring creamy brie cheese, tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy pecans wrapped in flaky crescent dough. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, these bite-sized treats combine sweet, savory, and nutty flavors topped with fresh rosemary for an aromatic finish.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 (8-oz.) tube crescent dough
  • Cooking spray
  • All-purpose flour, for surface

Filling & Toppings

  • 1 (8-oz.) wheel of brie
  • 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted unsalted pecans
  • 6 sprigs fresh rosemary, cut into 1-inch pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare the muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Shape the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the crescent dough and pinch together any seams to form one sheet. Cut the dough into 24 equally sized squares. Gently press each square into the cups of the muffin tin to form small dough cups.
  3. Add the filling: Cut the brie into small pieces and place one piece inside each dough cup. Spoon a small amount of whole berry cranberry sauce over the brie, then sprinkle with chopped roasted unsalted pecans. Top each bite with a single cut piece of fresh rosemary for flavor and garnish.
  4. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese has softened.
  5. Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm as a delicious appetizer or party snack.

Notes

  • For easier handling, ensure the crescent dough is cold when rolling out.
  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if desired.
  • Fresh rosemary adds a bright herbaceous note but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • These bites are best served warm but can be reheated gently before serving.
  • Use a toothpick to remove the bites from the muffin tin easily.

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