Mini Cranberry Brie Wreath (Print)

Buttery puff pastry tartlets layered with creamy Brie and tangy cranberry, perfect for festive entertaining.

# Components:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed (approximately 8.8 oz)

→ Cheese & Filling

02 - 4.2 oz Brie cheese, rind removed if desired, cut into 16 cubes
03 - 1/3 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

→ Garnish (optional)

06 - 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios or walnuts
07 - Fresh rosemary sprigs

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry to a 10 x 10 inch square. Cut into 16 equal squares.
03 - Place each pastry square into a cup of a 16-cup mini muffin tin, gently pressing to form a shell.
04 - Place one Brie cube into each shell. Add 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce and a pinch of chopped rosemary on top.
05 - Brush the exposed edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.
06 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
07 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then carefully remove tartlets from the muffin tin.
08 - Arrange mini tartlets in a wreath pattern on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped nuts and fresh rosemary if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Buttery puff pastry base
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a touch of orange zest to the cranberry sauce
  • Try goat cheese or Camembert instead of Brie
03 -
  • Use cold puff pastry to ensure flakiness
  • Chill tart shells before baking to prevent shrinking
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