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    Home » Appetizers

    Published: Dec 31, 2020 by Lisa · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Cranberry Brie Bites

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    pastry bites on board with cranberries.

    Looking for an easy, last-minute appetizer? These Cranberry Brie Bites are a great way to transform cranberry sauce and make a delicious party snack! They are easy to make ahead of time and only use 3 ingredients! What can be better than that?

    Cranberry Brie Puff pasty bites on a dark background.

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    These Cranberry Brie Bites use just 3 ingredients (4 if you count the garnish) but are so full of flavor that people won't be able to stop popping them in their mouths.

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    • Why this recipe works
    • Ingredients
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    • FAQs
    • Expert Tips for Best Appetizers
    • More Cranberry Recipes
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    Why this recipe works

    ✘ Creamy Brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce is a brilliant flavor combination.

    ✘ Ready to eat in just 30 minutes and can be prepped ahead of time

    ✘ Served room temperature, making them great party snacks.

     cranberry brie bite on a dark board with fresh thyme for garnish.

    Ingredients

    You only need 4 ingredients for these delicious snacks.

    ingredients needed to make brie bites

    Ingredient Notes:

    • Use a Brie cheese that you really like, the flavor shines through!
    • Use a can of whole berry cranberry sauce if you don't have any fresh cranberries on hand.

    Instructions

    The secret to making these so pretty is the double layer of pastry.

    steps 1-2 of makeing brie bites

    Cut thawed puff pastry into squares. Place one layer of puff pastry squares on parchment paper-lined sheet pan and add a second layer of puff pastry.

    steps 4-6 pf making brie bites

    Make an egg wash and brush it over pastry squares. Bake until golden brown and puffy.

    steps 7-8 of making brie bites

    After puff pastry has cooled, place a cube of brie cheese on top of each square.Top with cranberry sauce and garnish with fresh thyme.

    FAQs

    How do I get the puff pastry so fluffy?

    The secret to getting the puff pastry fluffy is the two layers. You can make them with only one, but they won't be as fluffy.

    Can I make these ahead of time?

    Yes, you can! You can bake the squares ahead of time and store them in an airtight container until ready to serve.

    Are there any short cuts for this recipe?

    Absolutely! You can swap the puff pastry for phyllo cups and use a can of whole berry cranberry sauce. The bites won't be as puffy, but still delicious!

    Puff Pastry Bite topped with slice of brie cheese and cranberry sauce and garnished with fresh thyme.

    Expert Tips for Best Appetizers

    ✘ Measure your puffy pastry to get even squares. The small size makes them easy to eat.

    ✘ The egg wash is an essential step for the golden brown color of the puff pastry.

    ✘ Cool puff pastry completely before placing in an airtight container to prevent the puff pastry from getting soggy.

    ✘ Cut the brie right out of the fridge. Chilled Brie is easier to cut than room temperature cheese.

    ✘ Fresh Cranberry Sauce takes the flavor up a notch.

    More Cranberry Recipes

    We LOVE cranberries! Check out some of our other favorite cranberry recipes!

    • cranberry salsa on bread with cream cheese.
      Easy Cranberry Salsa Recipe
    • Cosmo Recipe
    • cranberry chutney in jars.
      Cranberry Apple Chutney
    • puff pastry with brie and cranberrry on wooden board.
      Cranberry Brie Bites

    This Cranberry Moscow Mule is a fun spin on a classic.

    Check out all of our appetizers. You can never have too many go-to snacks.

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    Recipe

    puff pastry with brie and cranberrry on wooden board.

    Cranberry Brie Bites

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    These Cranberry Brie Bites use cranberry sauce to make a great party snack!
    4.75 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 185 kcal
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    Equipment

    • Cutting Boards
    • Chef's Knife
    • Pastry Brushes
    • Rolling Pin

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 egg + 1 tablespoon water
    • 1 sheet puff pastry dough, thawed
    • 1 cup cranberry sauce
    • 4 ounces Brie cheese, sliced

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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
    • Break an egg into a small bowl and add 1 tablespoon of water. Whisk to combine and set aside.
      1 egg + 1 tablespoon water
    • Slightly roll puff pastry dough out into a 16 x 10" rectangle. Cut puff pastry into 48 (1.5") squares.
      1 sheet puff pastry dough,
    • Place 24 puff pastry squares on prepared pan. Layer a second puff pastry square on each with the remaining 24 puff pastry squares and brush with egg wash. Bake puff pastry squares for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
    • Place one slice of brie on top of puff pastry and top with 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce. Garnish with thyme. Serve at room temperature.
      1 cup cranberry sauce, 4 ounces Brie cheese,

    Notes

    The puff pastry squares can be made ahead of time, just cool completely and store in an airtight container.
    If you are using a can of cranberry sauce, make sure it is whole berry sauce.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2puff pastry bitesCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 122mgPotassium: 38mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 86IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition info not guaranteed to be accurate.

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    Hi, I’m Lisa! Looking for the party? It’s probably at my house. Nothing brings me more joy than sharing good food with friends and family. That and a seriously good cocktail.

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    1. Clara says

      December 31, 2017 at 8:51 am

      Brian wants to make these delicious bites, they look Devine!

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    2. Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch says

      December 30, 2016 at 11:33 am

      Great appetizer idea! Love brie and cranberries - plus they are so cute! xo

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