Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites

Approx. Time:

25 min

Servings:

12 bites

If you’re looking for that one appetizer that disappears before it even hits the table—this, is it. These Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites are everything I love in a holiday appetizer: crispy, creamy, slightly sweet, and effortlessly elegant.

I’ve made these more times than I can count, and they’re always the first thing gone. They’re perfect for holiday parties, cozy gatherings, or even a last-minute get-together when you want something that looks impressive but takes very little effort.

The combination of flaky puff pastry, melty brie, tangy cranberry, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and just a touch of sugar creates the perfect balance of flavors and textures. They bake up beautifully in a muffin pan and come out golden, bubbly, and irresistible.

Trust -makes a double batch. These never last.

Ingredients:

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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Brie cheese, cut into small cubes or pieces
Cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Granulated sugar, for sprinkling
Cooking spray

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Spray a muffin pan generously with cooking spray.
Cut the puff pastry sheet into 12 equal squares.
Gently press one puff pastry square into each muffin cup.
Add a small piece of brie into the center of each pastry.
Spoon a small amount of cranberry sauce over the brie.
Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
Lightly sprinkle the tops with a little sugar.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the brie is melted.
Let cool slightly, then remove and serve warm.

Tips

Don’t overfill—these puff up beautifully in the oven.
You can swap pumpkin seeds for pecans or walnuts if you prefer.
Best served warm, but still delicious at room temperature.

Estimated Nutrition

Macros (Approximate, per bite)

Calories: ~130 kcal
Fat: ~7 g
Carbohydrates: ~13 g
Protein: ~3 g

Macros are estimates and will vary depending on the size of the brie, amount of cranberry sauce, and brand of puff pastry used.

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