Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites

Flaky, buttery pastry filled with creamy Brie and tart cranberries, perfect for festive appetizers or holiday parties.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

1 tablespoon salted butter, melted 2 cups fresh cranberries 2–4 tablespoons brown sugar (to taste) 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 2 (8-ounce) wheels of Brie, each cut into 12 slices 1/3 cup fig preserves 1 egg, beaten Coarse sugar for sprinkling Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare Cranberry Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, cranberries, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir until coated.
Cut the Puff Pastry: Cut each thawed pastry sheet into six rectangles for a total of twelve.
Assemble the Pastries: Spread fig preserves on each piece, top with Brie slices and cranberry mixture.
Fold and Brush: Fold edges slightly inward, brush with egg, and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake: Bake 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden.
Finish and Serve: Garnish with thyme and serve warm.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator up to 3 days or freeze before baking for easy make-ahead appetizers. Reheat at 350°F for 5–7 minutes for best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 190
Fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 6g
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 120mg
Protein: 5g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g