Name: Cranberry Brie Bites Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 8-oz container of crescent roll dough; 1 8-oz wheel of soft ripened brie cheese, cut into 12 pieces; 1/3 cup cranberry sauce; 12-24 pecan halves

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Introduction

Cranberry Brie Bites are a delightful appetizer perfect for any gathering. These flaky, cheesy treats combine the tartness of cranberry sauce with rich brie, all wrapped in buttery crescent dough. They’re quick to make and sure to impress your guests.

The image shows three small puff pastry cups stacked on top of each other on a piece of white paper on a white marbled surface. Each puff pastry cup has a golden brown, flaky outer layer that is thick and crispy. Inside, there is a second layer of dark red, glossy cranberry sauce with a slightly chunky texture. On top of the cranberry sauce, there are a few pieces of light brown pecans and a small sprig of green rosemary for garnish. In the background, more pastry cups are visible but out of focus, with a soft white and red blurred backdrop. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 8-oz container of crescent roll dough
1 8-oz wheel of soft ripened brie cheese, cut into 12 pieces
1/3 cup of cranberry sauce
12-24 pecan halves

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 12-count muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
Step 2: Roll out the crescent dough and pinch the perforated edges together, then cut the dough into 12 equal squares.
Step 3: Gently press one square of dough into each muffin cup, then place a piece of brie cheese in the center of each.
Step 4: Spoon cranberry sauce evenly on top of each piece of cheese, then bake for 12-15 minutes or until the dough turns a light golden color.
Step 5: Press 1-2 pecan halves into the top of each bite. Let them cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs if desired.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a small drizzle of honey over the cranberry sauce before baking.
Substitute pecan halves with chopped walnuts or almonds for a different crunch.
Use mini phyllo cups instead of crescent dough for a lighter, crispier texture.

Storage

Store leftover cranberry brie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5-7 minutes to retain their crispness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

This image shows a group of small tartlets placed on white parchment paper on top of a white marbled surface. Each tartlet has three visible layers: a golden brown, flaky crust forming the base and edges; a creamy off-white cheese layer inside the crust; and a bright red cranberry sauce dollop on top. Each tartlet is garnished with a single brown pecan half and a small sprig of green rosemary, adding texture and color contrast. Around the tartlets, there are scattered whole cranberries and pecans. The close-up shot focuses on the front tartlets while the background tartlets softly blur. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these in advance?

Yes, you can assemble the bites ahead of time and keep them covered in the refrigerator for a few hours before baking. Just add the pecans after baking and cooling.

What type of cranberry sauce works best?

Homemade or store-bought cranberry sauce both work well. Choose one with a slightly chunky texture for the best balance of tartness and sweetness.