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Perfect Baked Cranberry Brie Bites (Easy Appetizer)

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These easy, three-ingredient baked cranberry brie bites in puff pastry are the perfect holiday appetizer. Flaky, buttery pastry cups filled with warm, melted brie and sweet-tart cranberry sauce come together in just 20 minutes of prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet (about 8–9 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 ounces (113g) brie cheese, rind removed
  • 1/3 cup (about 80ml) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water
  • Optional: Flaky sea salt, fresh thyme leaves, or chopped walnuts for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, gently unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet. Roll it out slightly to about a 10×10 inch square.
  3. Cut the pastry into 24 squares (6 rows by 4 rows), each roughly 2 inches.
  4. Gently press one pastry square into each cup of the mini muffin tin, letting the corners stick up.
  5. Cut the brie into 24 small cubes (about 1/2 inch each). Place one cube into the center of each pastry cup.
  6. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce on top of each brie cube.
  7. Brush the edges of each pastry square with the egg wash (beaten egg and water).
  8. Place the mini muffin tin on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown and the brie is bubbly.
  9. Let the bites cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then gently remove them with a small spoon or butter knife. Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with flaky sea salt and fresh thyme leaves, if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Keep the pastry cold for best flakiness. Do not overfill the cups. Remove the brie rind completely for a creamy center. Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate; add a few extra minutes to bake time. For an air fryer adaptation, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes.

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