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Crispy Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry

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These bite-sized appetizers feature flaky, golden puff pastry filled with creamy brie and thickened cranberry sauce. Chilling the dough and reducing the filling ensures a crispy, leak-proof result perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1–2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 ounces brie cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce (or equivalent amount of jam)
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water or milk
  • Flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon)
  • Optional: Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs for garnish
  • Optional: Dried cranberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. If using canned cranberry sauce, simmer it in a small saucepan over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until thickened to a jam-like consistency. Let cool completely.
  3. Unroll thawed puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. If too warm, chill for 10 minutes.
  4. Cut the pastry into 3-inch circles using a round cutter or glass.
  5. Place circles on baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each.
  6. Place a small teaspoon of cooled cranberry filling in the center of each circle, topped with a small cube of brie.
  7. Brush edges with egg wash, fold pastry over filling to create a half-moon or triangle, and press edges firmly to seal.
  8. Brush tops with remaining egg wash and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  9. Chill assembled bites in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
  10. Bake for 15-18 minutes until puffed and golden brown, rotating sheets halfway through.
  11. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Keep all ingredients cold until baking to ensure the pastry puffs properly. Reduce cranberry sauce moisture to prevent soggy pastry. Seal edges tightly to prevent cheese leakage. Can be frozen unbaked and baked from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to bake time.

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Keywords: holiday appetizer, brie bites, puff pastry, cranberry sauce, easy party food, cheese bites, festive snacks

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