Description
Indulge in the delightful contrast of creamy brie cheese and the sweet-tart burst of cranberries, all encased in a flaky pastry. The candied pecans add a crunchy texture and a caramelized sweetness that elevates each bite to a heavenly experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- Pastry:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- Filling:
- 8 oz brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup candied pecans, chopped
- Glaze:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 2-inch squares.
- Place a piece of brie cheese in the center of each square.
- Add a teaspoon of dried cranberries and a sprinkle of chopped candied pecans on top of the brie.
- Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket and pinch to seal.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Arrange the bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Assemble the bites and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before baking.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use goat cheese instead of brie for a tangy flavor, or swap cranberries for dried cherries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
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