Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites
These elegant, handheld holiday appetizers combine buttery, flaky puff pastry with creamy, molten Brie and a zesty, sweet cranberry filling. Perfect for Christmas gatherings, these bites offer a professional look with minimal effort, balancing savory richness with bright, tart fruit notes that guests will adore. They are the ideal centerpiece for any festive open house, providing a satisfying crunch and a delicious, gooey center in every single bite.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, chilled
- 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and cubed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll each pastry sheet into a 9 by 12-inch rectangle and cut into 12 equal squares.
- Score a light 1/2-inch border inside each square without cutting through the dough.
- Place squares on the baking sheets and fill centers with a teaspoon of cranberry sauce mixed with orange zest, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Top the cranberry mixture with a cube of Brie cheese.
- Whisk egg with heavy cream and brush the exposed pastry edges.
- Bake for 18 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Brush the warm pastry with melted butter for a final shine.
Notes
Keep the puff pastry chilled until the last second to ensure flaky layers. Remove the rind from the Brie before cubing to ensure a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.