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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Cups

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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Cups are a festive, bite-sized appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry, creamy brie, and homemade cranberry sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these cups are easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (2 sheets) puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz brie cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp orange zest (from 1 orange)
  • 1–2 tbsp orange juice (optional)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)
  • Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for crunch)

Instructions

  1. Thaw puff pastry according to package directions (about 30 minutes at room temperature).
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, and orange zest. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until berries burst and mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. If too thick, add orange juice or water. Let cool slightly.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares (12 total). Press each square gently into a muffin cup, letting corners stick up.
  5. Chill cut pastry squares for 10 minutes before filling for extra flakiness.
  6. Add 1 cube of brie cheese to each pastry cup. Spoon 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce over the brie. Optionally sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts and a few thyme leaves.
  7. Brush exposed pastry with beaten egg.
  8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes, until pastry is puffed and golden.
  9. Let cups cool in tin for 5 minutes, then carefully lift out and garnish with extra thyme or orange zest.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Chill pastry before baking for best results. Don’t overfill cups to prevent overflow. You can prep cranberry sauce ahead and refrigerate. For gluten-free or dairy-free versions, use appropriate substitutions. Serve immediately for maximum crispiness; reheat in the oven, not microwave. Garnish with fresh herbs or orange zest for a festive touch.

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Keywords: cranberry brie cups, puff pastry appetizer, holiday appetizer, festive bites, easy party food, vegetarian appetizer, Thanksgiving, Christmas, finger food

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