Puff Pastry Brie Bites

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These elegant little appetizers combine buttery puff pastry, creamy brie cheese, and your choice of sweet or savory toppings into perfect bite-sized treats that disappear fast at any gathering. I’ve been making them for cocktail parties and holiday celebrations for years – they’re always the first thing guests ask about! The best part is how simple they are to prepare: just fill, bake and serve, or assemble ahead and pop them in the oven right before company arrives. Whether topped with fig jam and pecans for a sweet version or fresh herbs and honey for something more savory, these crowd-pleasing bites have become my go-to party appetizer.


Ingredient List

  • 24 pieces cut fresh rosemary sprigs
  • 2 sheets puff pastry from frozen, thawed in fridge overnight
  • 8 oz brie cheese
  • 1/2 cup pecan pieces, raw
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce or jam of choice
  • 1 tsp maldon or fleur de sel sea salt flakes

Preparation Time 20-30 minutes
Cooking Time 18-20 minutes
Total Time 38-50 minutes
Level of Difficulty Easy

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 375°F. Place Brie in freezer for 15 minutes. Coat two 24-cup mini muffin pans with nonstick spray.
  2. On floured surface, roll one puff pastry sheet into 10×14-inch rectangle. Cut into 24 equal squares (4 lengthwise strips, 6 crosswise). Press squares into muffin cups and prick bottoms with fork.
  3. Remove half the Brie from freezer and dice into 24 pieces (½-¾ inch each). Place one piece in each pastry cup, top with 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce, ½ teaspoon salt, and chopped pecans. Refrigerate while preparing second batch.
  4. Repeat process with remaining puff pastry, Brie, and toppings. Place muffin pans on rimmed baking sheets.
  5. Bake 18-20 minutes, switching pan positions halfway, until pastry puffs and corners turn golden brown.
  6. Cool 3 minutes in pans. Adjust any overflow with fork. Transfer to serving plate, garnish with fresh rosemary. Serve hot or at room temperature.

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