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Crispy Cranberry Brie Bites: Best Easy Puff Pastry Recipe

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These easy puff pastry bites feature a flaky, buttery crust filled with creamy brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce. They are quick to make, perfect for parties, and offer a sophisticated yet simple appetizer experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 sheets puff pastry (16 oz each), thawed but cold
  • 5–8 oz brie cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce or whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water or milk (for egg wash)
  • Flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon) for topping
  • Butter (optional, for brushing tops)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and position a rack in the center.
  2. Cut the brie into 1/2-inch cubes and keep them cold in the fridge until ready to use.
  3. Prepare the cranberry sauce by scooping out small dollops (about 1 teaspoon) or chopping whole berry sauce finely.
  4. Lay a puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and gently roll to smooth creases, aiming for 1/8 inch thickness.
  5. Cut the pastry into 3×3 inch squares (approximately 12 per sheet).
  6. Place a dollop of cranberry sauce in the center of each square, topped with a cube of brie.
  7. Fold the corners of the square up and over the filling, pinching edges to seal. Turn over so the seam is on the bottom.
  8. Whisk egg and water, then brush generously over the tops of the bites.
  9. Place bites on parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving 1 inch of space between them.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes until deep golden brown and puffed.
  11. Cool for 5 minutes, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve warm.

Notes

Keep all ingredients cold until baking to ensure the pastry flakiness. If your kitchen is warm, chill the assembled bites in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking. Do not microwave leftovers as it makes the pastry chewy; reheat in an air fryer or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

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