Description
Cranberry Brie Bombs are delightful bite-sized pastries bursting with creamy brie cheese and tangy cranberry sauce, wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday parties or cozy gatherings, these treats offer a scrumptious flavor explosion that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they make an elegant addition to any table setting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz brie cheese (1 round wheel)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut it into 4-inch squares.
- Place a small piece of brie and a spoonful of cranberry sauce in the center of each square.
- Fold corners over the filling to create parcels and pinch tightly to seal.
- Beat the egg with a splash of water; brush over each pastry for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed up and golden brown. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bomb (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, mix in chopped nuts with the filling. - Swap brie for goat cheese for a different flavor profile. - Assemble ahead of time and refrigerate before baking for easy entertaining.