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Bright red cranberries, creamy melted brie cheese, and golden puff pastry bites arranged on a rustic white plate, garnished with fresh thyme and a drizzle of honey, styled with colorful holiday decorations in the background, emphasizing a festive and elegant holiday appetizer.

Easy Cranberry Brie Bites for Festive Holidays

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An easy-to-make holiday appetizer featuring puff pastry cups filled with brie and topped with fresh cranberries.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz brie cheese, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut puff pastry into 24 small squares and place in mini muffin tins.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. Remove from oven and top each pastry with a slice of brie and cranberries.
  4. Return to oven and bake an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts.
  5. Drizzle with honey and garnish with thyme before serving.

Notes

  • Use high-quality brie for the best flavor.
  • Adjust sweetness with more honey if desired.
  • Can be made ahead and reheated briefly before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 bites
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg