Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe | Easy 3 Ingredient Appetizer! (2024)

These cranberry brie bites are such an easy appetizer recipe and they taste sooooo good!! With only 3 simple ingredients they’re also really easy to make! You can use canned cranberry sauce (that’s what I used), but they also taste amazing with leftover cranberry sauce. Either way – YUM!

My mom first made this appetizer almost 20 years ago. I have no idea where she got the recipe? It’s so simple, and they always tasted amaaaaaazing. I love cheese. And I love baked brie cheese. How can you resist gooey, melted cheese!?

It’s one of those recipes we never actually wrote down. So when I went to make it again (it’s been a few years), I had some issues getting the puff pastry to cook. I first tried baking them at 375F for about 12 minutes but the brie started to bubble up over the sides (and into my oven…), and the puff pastry wasn’t browned and flaky.

The second time I baked them at 425F for 9 minutes and they turned out perfectly! Who knew that the oven temperature makes such a big difference when it comes to puff pastry!? So definitely make sure your oven is fully preheated before you get started!

I’d also recommend buying regular brie rather than double cream brie. The double cream brie is much runnier and it ended up bubbling up in the oven much quicker than regular brie would have. So when you see the photo below with the package that says double cream brie, ignore it!!!! And just buy a package that simply says “Brie”.

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How to Make Cranberry Brie Bites:

The full printable recipe is at the end of this post, but here’s what you’ll need. Only 3 simple ingredients!!

Puff Pastry
Brie Cheese
Cranberry Sauce

This is one of the EASIEST and tastiest appetizers ever and you only need 3 ingredients! I made 24 cranberry brie bites in mini muffin tins, but you might even be able to get 36 bites.

I cut my dough, then I realized that my squares were too big for the mini muffin pan. So I trimmed them to make them smaller, which ended up wasting quite a bit of puff pastry dough.

If you’re using a mini muffin tin, a good size to make the squares is about 2.5 inches by 2.5 inches. Any bigger than that and you’ll have too much pastry puffing up over the sides.

Lay the puff pastry dough on a cutting board and use a pizza cutter to cut the squares.

Gently press each of the squares into the openings in the mini muffin pans so they form a small bowl.

Cranberry Brie Bites

These cranberry brie bites taste SO GOOD and they only have 3 ingredients! This is such an easy appetizer recipe for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any time!

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer

Servings: 24

Ingredients

1 package puff pastry thawed
1 cup cranberry sauce
450 grams brie cheese chilled

Instructions

Make sure your puff pastry dough is fully thawed before you start. It could take 2 hours to completely defrost at room temperature.
Spray two mini muffin tins with cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 425F.
Unroll your puff pastry dough onto a cutting board. Use a pizza cutter to cut it into squares that are about 2.5 inches by 2.5 inches.
Press one dough square into each of the mini muffin cups and bend the dough up the sides so it forms a small bowl.
Cut the brie into 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch chunks. Then place a chunk of brie into each of the muffin cups.
Add some cranberry sauce on top of each piece of brie - just enough so that the brie is mostly covered.
Bake at 425F for 8 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. (I baked mine for 9 minutes).
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use regular "Brie" cheese, not "Double Cream Brie".

These cranberry brie bites taste SO GOOD and you only need 3 ingredients to make them! This is such an easy appetizer recipe and a great way to use leftover cranberry sauce! In less than 30 minutes you can make a delicious holiday appetizer – who can resist gooey, melty cheese!? They’re perfect for Christmas parties, Thanksgiving, or any time of the year!

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Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe | Easy 3 Ingredient Appetizer! (2024)

FAQs

What to eat with brie bites? ›

Cranberry jam is another delicious option to use with this, and everyone loves cranberry brie bites (these taste especially well during the holiday season). Of course, you can use tart cranberry sauce if you don't have cranberry jam on hand. Apple butter or apple jam is also delicious with these.

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Should brie be served warm or cold? ›

Take your brie out of the fridge about an hour before eating it, as it's best at room temperature. For this reason, it bodes well on boards at parties. If pressed for time, consider sealing it in a zip-top bag and putting it in water just above room temp to take the chill off.

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What jam goes well with brie? ›

Brie cheese is the perfect partner to jam! It pairs beautifully with jam varieties, such as: fig, apricot, blackberry, boysenberry or cherry jam.

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Do you take the rind off brie before baking? ›

Do you take the rind off before baking? Keep the rind on, as it will help the cheese hold its shape so it doesn't all melt out. The rind is also edible, so you can enjoy it with the melted cheese, or simply remove the top layer after baking and dunk in crusty bread like a fondue.

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What pairs best with brie cheese? ›

Brie loves being paired with sweet fruit, particularly stone fruits like peaches, figs, apricots and plums. The sweetness and juiciness of stone fruit is a lovely combination with the Brie's creamy texture, making for an easy yet indulgent treat. If stone fruit is out of season, pair Brie with grapes and berries.

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What condiments go with brie? ›

Remember too that brie doesn't only have to be served in a puff pastry (commonly referred to as brie en croute), you can forgo the pastry and simply bake it in the oven for 10 minutes and then dress it up with your preferred topping (jam, savory preserves, honey, fruit, nuts, sun dried tomatoes, pesto, etc.)

Is brie good for your gut? ›

Based on some studies, there are many health benefits of eating brie cheese. According to some studies, it might reduce inflammation and improve immunity. It might also aid in digestion if had in moderation.

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How do the French eat brie? ›

Traditionally, the French give cheese its own dedicated course at a meal, served just before dessert. However, serving cheese at a party or for an appetizer is widely accepted (and with good reason). Don't hesitate to open your gathering, dinner party, or snack session with delectable Brie.

Is brie cheese healthy for weight loss? ›

Brie - Brie is a creamy, white cheese made from cow's milk. It's low in fat and calories, and contains a high amount of protein. Brie is a good choice for weight loss.

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What is the eating etiquette for brie? ›

Brie etiquette

It is a general rule that you should always cut a block of cheese as to not misshapen it; that being said, it is advisable to cut Brie, as if cutting pieces of a cake, in slices. Always slice from one end, never start in the middle of the block of cheese.

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How is brie traditionally served? ›

While brie is normally served with crusty bread or crackers, it can be paired with a variety of fruits, nuts, or honey.

How do you present brie on a charcuterie board? ›

Here's How:

Place the Brie on a cheese stone or a cookie sheet with a slice of parchment paper. Bake the Brie for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and place on a cheese platter. Drizzle with honey and add pieces of walnuts to the top.

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How do you cut brie for serving? ›

Consider making long, narrow slices.

While Hook notes that you can ultimately slice the cheese however you like, he agrees that not removing the tip makes for a prettier presentation. The takeaway? If you want to be a Brie rule follower, make sure to slice the wheel in long, narrow pieces from tip to rind.