Cranberry Brie Bites

Puff Pastry Cranberry Brie Bites are an easy, elegant appetizer loaded with creamy melted Brie, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, crunchy pecans, and fresh thyme in flaky golden pastry.

These bite-sized treats come together with just five ingredients and are perfect for holiday parties, Christmas gatherings, Thanksgiving, or any occasion that calls for a simple crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Why This Recipe is a Winner!
- Only 5 ingredients – Puff pastry, Brie, cranberry sauce, pecans, and thyme keep things incredibly simple.
- Quick prep – You only need about 15 minutes to get these bites ready for the oven.
- Sweet and savory – Creamy Brie and buttery pastry pair perfectly with tangy-sweet cranberry sauce.
- Looks impressive – These little bites have an elegant holiday look without requiring complicated techniques.
- Perfect for entertaining – Individual portions make them easy to grab from an appetizer tray.

Prep Time:
15
Cook Time:
22 minutes
Yield:
12 brie bites

Ingredients You'll Need
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz Brie
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoon chopped pecans
- fresh thyme to garnish

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Step By Step Instructions
STEP 1:
I sliced a chunk of brie into 12 pieces.

STEP 2:
I unfolded a sheet of puff pastry and rolled it out slightly.
I cut the puff pastry into 12 squares.


STEP 3:
I greased a muffin tin and placed a piece of puff pastry into each of the cavities.

STEP 4:
I added a piece of brie to each of the puff pastries in the muffin tins and then spooned in some cranberry sauce.


STEP 5:
I added chopped pecans and fresh thyme to the pastries.


STEP 6:
I placed the muffin tin in the oven and baked the pastries until they were golden.

Every bite of these Cranberry Brie Bites delivers flaky, buttery pastry filled with warm, gooey Brie and a burst of sweet-tart cranberry sauce.

The crunchy pecans and fresh thyme add the perfect finishing touch, making these little bites impossible to stop snacking on.

If you are looking for the perfect hand held appetizer for you next gathering, then you need to try these Cranberry Brie Bites!

Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Cranberry Brie Bites ahead of time?
- Yes. You can assemble the bites in the muffin pan a few hours ahead of time, cover them, and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake. For the best flaky texture, bake them just before serving.
Do I need to thaw the puff pastry first?
- Yes. The puff pastry should be thawed enough to unfold and roll without cracking, but it should still be cold when it goes into the muffin pan.
Should Cranberry Brie Bites be served warm or cold?
- They’re best served warm while the Brie is soft and gooey, although they’re still tasty at room temperature.
Cranberry Brie Bites
Puff Pastry Cranberry Brie Bites are an easy, elegant appetizer loaded with creamy melted Brie, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, crunchy pecans, and fresh thyme in flaky golden pastry.
These bite-sized treats come together with just five ingredients and are perfect for holiday parties, Christmas gatherings, Thanksgiving, or any occasion that calls for a simple crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz Brie
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoon chopped pecans
- fresh thyme to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12 cavity muffin tin.
- Cut the brie in to 12 pieces.
- Unfold the puff pastry and roll out slightly. Cut into 12 pieces, 4 rows by 3 rows.
- Put each piece into the muffin tin cavity.
- Add a piece of brie to each, then top with a little cranberry sauce.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top.
- Sprinkle with a little fresh thyme for the flavor.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes, until golden.
- Sprinkle with just a little extra fresh thyme for garnish.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 77Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 66mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 2g

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