Indulge in a burst of festive flavors with Sparkling Cranberry and Brie Bites, an elegant and delightful appetizer perfect for any celebration. These bite-sized treats combine the tangy sweetness of cranberries, the creamy richness of brie cheese, and the flaky goodness of puff pastry, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. With three variations to choose from – classic, with a touch of honey, or topped with walnuts – these cranberry brie bites cater to diverse palates. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or seeking a special snack to impress your guests, these easy-to-make appetizers will surely be a hit. Get ready to elevate your next gathering with this irresistible combination of sweet, savory, and bubbly bliss.
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SPARKLING CRANBERRY & BRIE BITES
These sparkling cranberry brie bites are easy, elegant and delicious - they're the perfect holiday appetizer!
Provided by Maison de Cinq
Categories Recipes
Time P1DT25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Rinse cranberries and place in a medium bowl. Heat the maple syrup in a small saucepan until just warm. Pour over cranberries. (Make sure the syrup is just warm, not hot, or the cranberries may pop). Gently stir with a spoon to coat. Cover, and let soak in the refrigerator overnight. 2. The next day drain the cranberries in a colander (do not rinse). Place the sugar in a large bowl or baking dish. Add half the cranberries and roll them around until they're lightly coated in sugar. Repeat with the other half. Place on a baking sheet and let dry, about 1 hour. 3. To assemble, top the crackers with one slice of brie, a light layer of cranberry chutney, and about 3 cranberries. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.
SPARKLING CRANBERRY AND BRIE BITES
These easy-to-assemble cocktail party hors d'oeuvres add a festive touch to any holiday party.
Provided by Marina Delio
Categories HarperCollins Hors D'Oeuvre Christmas Thanksgiving Winter Brie Cranberry Maple Syrup Vegetarian
Yield Makes about 16 bites
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rinse the cranberries and place in a medium bowl. Heat the syrup in a small saucepan until just warm. Pour over the cranberries. (Make sure the syrup is warm, not hot, or the cranberries may pop.) Gently stir with a spoon to coat all the berries. Cool, cover, and let soak in the refrigerator overnight.
- The next day drain the cranberries in a colander. Place the sugar in a large bowl or baking dish. Add half of the cranberries and roll them around until lightly coated in sugar; repeat with the other half. Place on a baking sheet and let dry, about 1 hour.
- To assemble, top the crackers with one slice of Brie, a light layer of cranberry chutney, and four or five sugared cranberries. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.
SPARKLING CRANBERRY BRIE BITES RECIPE
These sparkling cranberry Brie bites will bring plenty of festivity to your holiday spread, as well as plenty of flavor.
Provided by Susan Olayinka,Mashed Staff
Categories appetizer, snack
Time 26m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine ½ cup of granulated sugar with ¼ cup of water in a saucepan and heat over medium-high for 4 minutes, stirring until the sugar dissolves and a syrup forms.
- Add the cranberries to the sugar syrup and mix until they're evenly coated.
- Remove the cranberries from the saucepan and place them on a chopping block lined with parchment paper. Let the cranberries rest for five minutes until the syrup coating is slightly hardened.
- Roll the cranberries in the remaining sugar to coat.
- Slice the baguette into slices roughly 1 inch thick, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Brush the baguette slices with extra virgin olive oil, then broil them for 2 minutes.
- Slice the Brie and use it to cover the baguette slices.
- Drizzle approximately ¼ teaspoon of honey onto each bread slice.
- Top the bites with sugared cranberries and mint, and sprinkle each one with rosemary salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Carbohydrate 87 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 50 mg cholesterol, Fat 19 g fat, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 19 g protein, SaturatedFat 10 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 766 mg, Sugar 50 g, TransFat 0 g
CRANBERRY BRIE BITES
Tangy cranberry, creamy brie, and crunchy walnuts come together in a buttery shell for an appetizer that will wow your guests. Bonus: These can be made up to 3 days ahead; wrap them in plastic wrap before the baking step and store in the refrigerator. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Provided by Julie Hubert
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese Baked Brie Recipes
Time 1h23m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place Brie cheese in the freezer for 20 minutes. Oil a mini muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Roll 1 puff pastry sheet out into a 10x14-inch rectangle. Cut the sheet lengthwise into 4 even strips and crosswise into 6 even strips; there should be 24 squares. Separate and press them gently into the muffin cups.
- Cut chilled Brie cheese into 24 pieces approximately 3/4-inch in size. Add 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce to each pastry-lined muffin cup; press in 1 piece of Brie and top with 1 teaspoon of chopped walnuts. Sprinkle bites with sea salt. Chill for at least 30 minutes and up to 3 days.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Bake bites in the preheated oven until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 99.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed before making the bites.
- If you don't have a muffin tin, you can use a mini loaf pan or a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- The bites can be served warm or cold. If you're serving them cold, you can chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- For a sweeter bite, you can add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup to the top of the bites before baking.
- For a more savory bite, you can add a sprinkle of fresh rosemary or thyme to the top of the bites before baking.
Conclusion:
These sparkling cranberry and brie bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up any leftover cranberries you may have after the holidays. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give these bites a try. You won't be disappointed!
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