If the big, fat snowflakes that fell earlier this week, covering the ground in a blanket of white, are any indication, the holidays are definitely on their way. (I tried to be mad, really I did, but the scene was just to pretty to hate on. After begrudgingly saying goodbye to summer just a few short months ago, I am now officially ready for pumpkin pie, and Christmas carols – whee!)
With the holiday season comes holiday parties and, like a little black dress, everyone needs a go-to appetizer to serve. Baked Brie Bites are it! TWO ingredients, not counting the toppings, and you are set. These babies could not be easier, or more addictingly delicious.
I would know. I wolfed down approximately 18 right out of the oven!
The base is pre-made, frozen puff pastry cups topped with cubed brie cheese. As the puff pastry bakes it, well, puffs around the creamy brie which melts and bubbles. When the bites are warm out of the oven, you top them with sweet and fresh toppings, which taste best with brie, in my opinion!
I made three different versions for you to choose from. Pumpkin butter + chopped pecans.
Apple butter + chopped apples.Â
And blackberry jam (or any flavor of jam) + halved grapes. A classic baked brie wedge covered with puff pastry then baked is a total crowd-pleasing holiday app, but I think these little cups are much more fun. Guests can pick and choose their favorite combos then pop to their heart’s desire!
Start with a box of the aforementioned frozen puff pastry cups.Â
These “cups” start out as little discs with a ring in the center. Place them frozen on a baking sheet covered with a silpat or parchment paper.
Next cut 1/4lb brie cheese into 1/2″ cubes. Note: do NOT buy double or triple creme brie cheese, which would melt and spread before the puff pastry cups have a chance to puff up around the cheese.
Brie cheese is very creamy, so if your “cubes” are more like “rectangles” just give ’em a little squish.
Like this! ; )
Place a cube of cheese into the center of each puff pastry disc then bake for 15-17 minutes at 400 degrees, or until they’re golden brown and bubbly.
While the bites are baking, get the toppings ready. For the options I showed you’ll need chopped pecans, apples, and grapes.Â
Jam, apple butter, and pumpkin butter!
Add the toppings right when the bites come out of the oven then enjoy warm, or even cooled down to room temperature.
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Baked Brie Bites
Description
Baked Brie Bites are the perfect holiday party appetizer. Flaky puff pastry cups are baked with creamy brie cheese then finished with a variety of toppings.
Ingredients
- 24-count Pepperidge Farms puff pastry cups
- 1/4lb brie cheese (NOT double or triple creme,) cut into 1/2" cubes
- Topping ideas:
- pumpkin butter +Â chopped pecans
- blackberry jam +Â halved grapes
- apple butter + chopped apples
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees (or degree indicated on package.) Line a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper then place puff pastry cups at least 2" apart. Place a square of brie cheese into the center then bake for 15-17 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Top bites with toppings immediately after removing from oven then serve.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
I loved each of these flavor combos for different reasons, but I think my favorite was the apple butter + chopped apples. Clearly I am crazy for apples this fall!
Ben’s favorite was the jam + grapes, a classic baked brie combo, and the spiced pumpkin butter + chopped pecans was so luxurious too. Hope you enjoy these yummy bites!
Michelle 11.26.2013
I had my boyfriend and his crew be my guinea pigs as I tried new recipes for Thanksgiving. They all loved the Brie bites. I didn’t tell them what they were until they tried them. They liked the raspberry jam with pecans the best. Thank you!
Kristin Cruser 11.26.2013
I love these – I make them with pepper jelly. Especially nice to use red and green pepper jelly for Christmas parties! (They disappear immediately, so make plenty!)
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Gay Judson 11.24.2013
I loved the idea of these and was having a small gathering so rushed out to get the puff pastries and brie. I used some cranberry sauce I’d made up for Thanksgiving for the topping. They were gobbled up and there was much discussion about how good they were….but I knew they weren’t right yet. My puffs never got really cooked through and the brie ran down onto the parchment (it was yummy toasted!). So I re-made them today. I cooked they blank for 20 minutes as directed on the box. THEN I pressed the centers into the puffs, inserted the cubes of cheese and put back into the oven for 5 minutes. Then removed and added the cranberry sauce. I put pepper jelly into some tonight and we really like those, too. They are great and I thank you for the idea.
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jessica@stuckonsweet 11.20.2013
I want 10 of each, please!
Erin 11.18.2013
I’m invited to Thanksgiving dinner this year and was asked to bring an appetizer. I was trying to find something simple yet elegant to make. I think I’ve found a winner! Yum!
Lauren 11.18.2013
Same here! I’ve seen the Puff Pastry shells and sheets, but not the Cups…
Iowa Girl Eats 11.18.2013
I bought them at HyVee!
RaeAnne 11.18.2013
Where did you pick up the puff pastry shells? I’ve seen sheets but not shells
Iowa Girl Eats 11.18.2013
HyVee!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious 11.17.2013
These little appetizers are so cute! I could just gobble them up instantly!
Francesca @ Love.Bake.Read 11.16.2013
These are so dainty and look absolutely delish!
dawn@joyfulscribblings 11.16.2013
Love baked brie. These are adorable. Definitely will be sharing this one. Thanks!
Christina @ The Beautiful Balance 11.14.2013
Brie, jam, and fruit is one of my all time favorite combos!
Shari 11.13.2013
Thanks for sharing. Love all the baby pictures. Keep them coming
Tieghan 11.13.2013
Mmm! I love brie and puff pastry! These little bites look so good and they are perfect for the holidays. I am very excited! Let it snow! :)
Ashley 11.13.2013
Love these ideas! I’m always such a huge fan of baked brie over the holidays – but these small bites are so much easier! I love all of the different toppings you used. Fabulous idea!! Thanks!
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Jan @ Sprouts n Squats 11.13.2013
Wow those look and sound so good!! Loving your photography as always on them too. You always inspire me to want to do better with my food photography too.
Karla 11.13.2013
Yum. These look so tasty, Kristin! I will have to bring you a batch of my homemade apple butter next time we get together to see how it compares to your usual pick. :)
Ella 11.13.2013
These look delicious!!
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Emily @ Life on Food 11.13.2013
Puff pastry is the best! I am a big cheese lover so these are right up my alley.