Puff Pastry Brie Bites Recipe
These Puff Pastry Brie Bites are a delightful and easy appetizer that combines flaky puff pastry with creamy brie cheese, sweet jam, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for parties or gatherings, they take only about 10 minutes to prep and can be made ahead of time to impress your guests with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 32 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Puff Pastry Bites
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed (17.3 oz package)
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans
- 8 oz Brie cheese
- ½ cup jam (any variety you prefer)
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Unfold thawed puff pastry sheets and lightly roll them with a rolling pin just to blend the creases. Cut each sheet evenly into 16 squares by slicing 4 strips horizontally and 4 strips vertically.
- Form Cups: Spray a muffin tin generously with oil. Press each puff pastry square firmly into the muffin tin cavities, molding the dough gently to form small cup shapes.
- Slice Brie: Slice the brie into 32 one-inch pieces. For easier slicing, freeze the brie for about 15 minutes before cutting.
- Assemble Bites: Place one piece of brie into each puff pastry cup. Add 1 teaspoon of jam on top of the brie, then sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled bites for approximately 20 minutes or until the puff pastry turns golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the bites from the oven and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves. For extra flavor, consider adding a little orange zest or a drizzle of honey or hot honey. Let the bites cool for a few minutes before removing them from the muffin tin to serve.
Notes
- Storage: Best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. You may freeze cooked bites for up to 3 months. Cool completely before freezing and bake directly from frozen or thawed.
- Prevent Sticking: Make sure to spray the muffin tins well to avoid the puff pastry sticking and breaking apart upon removal.
- Size Variations: For smaller bites, use a mini muffin tin and cut the puff pastry into smaller squares (approx. 6 x 4). Use smaller brie slices and reduce jam to ½ teaspoon per bite. Bake time is around 15 minutes—watch closely to prevent over-baking.
- Advance Prep: These bites can be assembled and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking. Let them chill for at least 30 minutes before baking for best results.
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