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Golden puff pastry pinwheels filled with brie and cranberry sauce on a holiday platter.

Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Pinwheels – Festive Make Ahead Christmas Snack


  • Total Time: 58 minutes
  • Yield: 16 pinwheels 1x

Description

These festive Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Pinwheels combine flaky pastry with creamy brie and tangy cranberry sauce. They can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving for easy holiday entertaining.


Ingredients

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  • 1 package frozen puff pastry sheets (2 sheets, thawed)
  • 200 g brie cheese, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped pecans (optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    2. Unfold a thawed pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.

    3. Spread cranberry sauce evenly over the pastry, leaving a small border.

    4. Arrange brie slices over the cranberry layer.

    5. Sprinkle chopped thyme and pecans if using.

    6. Starting from one long side, roll the pastry into a tight log.

    7. Brush the edge with beaten egg to seal.

    8. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and chill for 20–30 minutes.

    9. Unwrap and slice the log into 1/2-inch rounds with a sharp knife.

    10. Place rounds on the baking sheet, spacing about 1 inch apart.

    11. Brush the tops with remaining egg wash.

    12. Bake for 15–18 minutes until puffed and golden.

    13. Let cool slightly before serving.

    • Prep Time: 40 minutes
    • Cook Time: 18 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
    • Calories: 120
    • Sugar: 3
    • Sodium: 120
    • Fat: 8
    • Saturated Fat: 4
    • Unsaturated Fat: 3
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 9
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 3
    • Cholesterol: 25

    Keywords: cranberry brie pinwheels, festive appetizers, make ahead christmas snacks, holiday snacks, puff pastry pinwheels, christmas appetizers