Cranberry Brie Bites

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These flaky puff pastry cups are filled with smooth Brie cheese and topped with tangy cranberry sauce. Baked until golden and warm, they offer a delightful mix of creamy, fruity, and buttery flavors. Garnished with fresh herbs and nuts, these bites bring elegance and simplicity to any event. Quick to prepare, they pair beautifully with light wines and allow variations like goat cheese or a honey drizzle for added depth.

Updated on Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT
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Flaky, golden puff pastry cups filled with creamy Brie and tangy cranberry sauce—these elegant bites are the ultimate easy appetizer for any gathering.

Ingredients

  • Puff Pastry: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • Cheese: 120 g (4 oz) Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 24 small cubes
  • Cranberry: 120 g (1/2 cup) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or thyme 2 tbsp chopped toasted pecans or walnuts

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a 24 cup mini muffin tin.
Step 2:
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth creases. Cut into 24 equal squares.
Step 3:
Press a pastry square into each muffin cup, gently shaping to fit.
Step 4:
Place a cube of Brie into each pastry cup. Top each with 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce.
Step 5:
Sprinkle with herbs and nuts if desired.
Step 6:
Bake for 13 15 minutes, until pastry is golden and cheese is melted.
Step 7:
Cool slightly before serving. Serve warm.
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Notes

For a savory twist, add a pinch of cracked black pepper or a drizzle of honey on top before baking.

Required Tools

Mini muffin tin (24 cup) Rolling pin Knife Spoon

Allergen Information

Contains: Milk (Brie cheese), Gluten (puff pastry), Tree Nuts (if using pecans or walnuts) Check puff pastry labels for potential egg or other allergens.

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Warm, creamy Brie cheese bubbling out of mini puff pastry cups filled with sweet cranberry sauce, these Cranberry Brie Bites look delicious. | cinnamonnest.com

Cranberry Brie Bites

Golden puff pastry cups with Brie and tart cranberry sauce, ideal for easy, elegant appetizers.

Prep duration
5 min
Cooking duration
15 min
Total duration
20 min

Category Seasonal Treats

Difficulty Easy

Origin American

Yield 24 Servings

Dietary requirements Vegetarian

Ingredients

Puff Pastry

01 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed

Cheese

01 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into 24 small cubes

Cranberry

01 ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce

Garnish (optional)

01 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
02 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans or walnuts

Directions

Step 01

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.

Step 02

Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth creases. Cut into 24 equal squares.

Step 03

Shape Pastry Cups: Press each pastry square into the prepared muffin cups, shaping gently to fit.

Step 04

Add Fillings: Place one Brie cube inside each pastry cup, then top with one teaspoon of cranberry sauce.

Step 05

Optional Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped rosemary or thyme and toasted pecans or walnuts as desired.

Step 06

Bake: Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until the pastry is golden and the cheese has melted.

Step 07

Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm for best flavor.

Necessary tools

  • 24-cup mini muffin tin
  • Rolling pin
  • Knife
  • Spoon

Allergy information

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and consult with a healthcare provider if you're uncertain.
  • Contains milk, gluten, and tree nuts if garnished with pecans or walnuts.

Nutritional information (per serving)

These values are approximate guidelines only and shouldn't replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 70
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Carbs: 7 g
  • Protein: 2 g