Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Golden puff pastry filled with melty brie, cranberries, and pecans on a holiday appetizer platter.

Cranberry Pecan Brie Bites


  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x

Description

These festive bites combine flaky puff pastry, creamy brie, tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy pecans for an elegant holiday appetizer that’s easy to prepare and serve.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 6 oz brie cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional)
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • flour for dusting

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.

    2. Dust a work surface with flour, unfold the puff pastry, and roll out gently to smooth creases.

    3. Cut the pastry into 2-inch squares and press each square into a muffin cup to form a well.

    4. Place one cube of brie into each pastry cup.

    5. Top each piece of brie with about 1/2 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.

    6. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the cranberry layer and drizzle with honey if desired.

    7. Bake for 15–18 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

    8. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh thyme leaves, and let cool slightly before serving.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 18 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 bite
    • Calories: 150
    • Sugar: 4
    • Sodium: 150
    • Fat: 10
    • Saturated Fat: 6
    • Unsaturated Fat: 3
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 12
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 3
    • Cholesterol: 25

    Keywords: cranberry pecan brie bites, holiday appetizer, thanksgiving bites, christmas snacks, make ahead appetizers, puff pastry bites, easy appetizers