Description

Delightful Brie & Walnut Puff Pastry Bites featuring creamy brie cheese, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries, all perfectly baked in flaky puff pastry and drizzled with honey. An elegant appetizer that’s quick to prepare, combining sweet, savory, and nutty flavors with fresh herb garnish.

Ingredients

Scale

Puff Pastry

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

Filling

5 oz brie cheese, cut into small chunks
⅓ cup chopped toasted walnuts
¼ cup dried cranberries
2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)

Other

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 tbsp fresh thyme or chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for perfectly puffed pastry.
Prepare Pastry Squares: Cut the thawed puff pastry sheet into 12 equal squares to create bite-sized pieces.
Add Brie: Place a chunk of brie cheese in the center of each pastry square, leaving room to fold if desired.
Shape Pastries: Fold the edges of each square slightly inward to contain the filling, or leave them open for a rustic appearance.
Apply Egg Wash: Lightly brush each pastry square with the beaten egg to help achieve a beautiful golden shine during baking.
Bake: Arrange the pastries on a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes or until puffed up and golden brown.
Mix Topping: While the pastries bake, combine the chopped toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and 2 tablespoons of honey in a small bowl.
Top Pastries: Spoon the sticky walnut and cranberry mixture over the warm pastries immediately after removing them from the oven.
Drizzle Honey: Drizzle additional honey over the pastries for enhanced gloss and sweetness.
Garnish: Sprinkle fresh thyme or chopped parsley on top to add a fresh herbal note and brighten the flavors.

Notes

Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before cutting for easier handling and better puffing.
Use ripe but firm brie to prevent excessive oozing during baking.
To toast walnuts, lightly heat them in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
Variations: Substitute dried cranberries with dried cherries or apricots for different flavor profiles.
These bites are best served warm but can be reheated briefly to restore crispiness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Brie appetizer, puff pastry bites, walnut snacks, cranberry brie bites, easy party appetizers, baked brie pastries, honey drizzled appetizers