Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering combination of creamy brie cheese and tangy cranberry sauce wrapped in flaky puff pastry. These delightful Cranberry Brie Bites are perfect for holiday gatherings, parties, or cozy evenings at home. Easy to prepare, these bites promise to impress your guests and elevate any occasion with their rich flavors and appetizing presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz brie cheese (cut into small pieces)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch squares.
- Place each square on the baking sheet, adding a piece of brie and a spoonful of cranberry sauce on top.
- Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Optional: sprinkle fresh herbs over the bites before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts atop the cranberry sauce. Experiment with different fruit preserves such as raspberry or fig for unique flavor profiles.