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Light & Easy Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry

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These Light & Easy Cranberry Brie Bites with Puff Pastry are the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Flaky, buttery pastry wraps around melty brie and tart cranberry sauce for a bite-sized treat that disappears in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package puff pastry sheets, thawed (2 sheets)
  • 8 ounces brie cheese, rind on
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
  • Flaky sea salt (optional)
  • Honey for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Position rack in the middle.
  2. Thaw puff pastry properly: overnight in fridge or 30-40 minutes on counter until cold but pliable.
  3. Lightly flour work surface. Unfold puff pastry sheets and gently roll out slightly to smooth fold lines. Cut each sheet into 9 equal squares (3×3 grid) for 18 total.
  4. Press each square into a standard 12-cup muffin tin cup, letting corners stick up slightly. Do not stretch dough.
  5. Slice brie into 18 small cubes, about 1/2 inch each, keeping rind on. If too soft, freeze for 5 minutes.
  6. Place one brie cube in each pastry cup. Top each with about 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of chopped rosemary over each.
  7. Brush exposed pastry edges with egg wash, avoiding drips into cups.
  8. Bake for 14-16 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown and brie is melted and bubbly.
  9. Cool in pan for 2 minutes, then gently lift out with a small offset spatula or butter knife. Transfer to serving platter.
  10. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and optional honey drizzle. Serve warm.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold for best results. Do not skip egg wash for golden color. Let bites rest 2 minutes before removing from pan. Can assemble up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate unbaked; add 2-3 minutes to baking time. Reheat leftovers in 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

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