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Cozy Cranberry Brie Bites: Easy 30-Min Appetizer

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Flaky puff pastry cups filled with melted brie and tangy cranberry sauce, baked to golden perfection. These easy 30-minute appetizers are perfect for holiday parties, cozy nights, or any occasion where you want something warm and indulgent.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (17.3 oz / 490g) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
  • 8 ounces (225g) cold brie cheese, cut into 24 cubes
  • ½ cup (about 160g) cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) water
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, for garnish)
  • Flaky sea salt (for finishing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Thaw the puff pastry properly (overnight in the fridge or carefully in the microwave). Unfold gently on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Cut the pastry into 24 squares (about 2 inches / 5 cm each).
  4. Cut the cold brie into 24 cubes (about ½ inch / 1.25 cm each), leaving the rind on.
  5. Place one brie cube in the center of each pastry square. Spoon about ½ teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of each brie cube.
  6. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to chill the assembled bites.
  7. While the bites are chilling, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make the egg wash.
  8. Remove the chilled bites from the fridge. Brush the edges of each pastry square with the egg wash. Optionally, place a tiny sprig of rosemary or a few thyme leaves on top.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the brie is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let the bites cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter.
  11. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt right before serving.

Notes

Keep everything cold for flaky pastry. Don’t overfill with cranberry sauce to avoid sogginess. Can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated. For best results, reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

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