If you love cranberries, these Easy Cranberry Brie Bites are a must-try!
Actually, these things are so good, that even if you’re the only kind of “so-so” on the whole “cranberry thing”, you might still find these irresistible.
And after all, everything tastes better with brie!
A Delicious Cranberry Brie Appetizer
These Easy Cranberry Brie Bites are truly divine.
The brie is so melty and delicious and plays against the sweet-tart taste of the cranberries in a wonderful way.
As if that isn’t enough, this enticing combination of flavors is lovingly surrounded by a pillow of fluffy crescent dough which forms a fetching little cup of deliciousness!
And just a touch of fresh rosemary on top adds class and sophistication to the whole thing!
The perfect holiday party appetizer
If you’re looking for a quick and easy appetizer recipe, look no further than cranberry brie bites!
This recipe only requires three ingredients and takes just minutes to prepare.
The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please your guests.
These Easy Cranberry Brie Bites are perfect for just about any event you can imagine throughout the Autumn and Winter.
Make them as an appetizer before Thanksgiving dinner.
Serve them up at your holiday party at work or at home.
And your New Year’s party guests will feel like you’re spoiling them if you serve up these Cranberry Brie Bites while watching the ball drop!
The best part of all?
These things are so easy to make – yet are so festive, classy, and delicious that you can’t help but feel like you’re getting away with something.
With these Easy Cranberry Brie Bites, you’re sure to make a great impression whenever you serve them!
So next time you’re hosting a party, give this recipe a try!
Easy Cranberry Brie Bites
Using only 4 ingredients, you can easily and quickly whip up an easy cranberry appetizer at your convenience.
Cranberry sauce is available year round in many grocery stores, so even if it’s not cranberry season, you can still enjoy some delicious cranberry taste.
While this is completely optional, these bites also taste good if you add a few pieces of chopped walnuts or pecans on top too.
Just don’t overdo it. It’s such a yummy starter!
Ingredients
If you’re looking for a quick and easy appetizer recipe, look no further than cranberry brie bites!
This recipe only requires four ingredients and takes just minutes to prepare.
The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please your guests.
So next time you’re hosting a party, give this recipe a try!
- Wheel of Brie cheese
- Can of crescent sheets (or crescent dough)
- Can whole cranberry sauce
- Fresh rosemary
Recipe Variations
And just in case cranberry isn’t your thing, you can also make this substituting a delicious jam in the flavor of your choice.
I really like making it with blackberry jam too!
I like to use the jam that has the whole fruit included rather than the kind that is super smooth.
Using the whole fruit jam offers a nicer texture than one without whole fruit.
You can also substitute the brie with camembert too!
What is the difference between a brie and a camembert?
Both Brie and Camembert are soft, creamy cheeses that are perfect for spreading on a cracker or eating by themselves.
But there are some key differences between these two types of cheese.
Brie is a type of cheese that is made from cow’s milk.
It has a smooth, creamy texture and a mild flavor.
Camembert is also made from cow’s milk, but it has a more intense flavor and a slightly firmer texture than Brie.
Both Brie and Camembert are usually served as appetizers or snacks, but Camembert can also be used in dishes like salads or pasta dishes.
Brie is a bit more popular than Camembert, but both cheeses are considered to be gourmet cheeses.
They are both idea additions to your cheese boards too!
How to make the cranberry brie bites
Lightly flour a countertop.
Roll out a sheet of crescent dough.
If you can’t find the whole sheets, you can use the crescent rolls, just pinch the perforated lines to make them whole.
Using a knife or pizza cutter, slice into 12 pieces.
If using a mini muffin tin for tiny bites, cut the dough into 24 pieces.
Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
Put each square of dough into the pan making sure that it forms a bit of a bowl.
Next, slice your cheese into 12 pieces.
I cut the rind off mine, but you can leave it on if you wish.
It is edible and a bit of personal preference!
If using the mini pan, cut each slice in half.
Add one slice of cheese into each dough ‘bowl’.
Open a can of whole cranberry sauce.
Spoon some on top of each piece of cheese.
Lastly, lay a bit of fresh rosemary on top of each one.
Bake in the oven at 375 for 12-15 minutes.
Serve warm.
How to keep your cranberry brie bites warm
Who wants cold appetizers? Nobody!
At least not the ones that are supposed to be warm, right?
That’s why it’s important to know how to keep them warm.
Here are a few tips:
Use a warming tray or a slow cooker.
This will keep your appetizers at a consistent temperature so that no one has to wait long for their food.
If you’re using a slow cooker, make sure to preheat it before adding the appetizers.
You want to use it on low since you aren’t cooking them at this point – just keeping them warm.
This will help them stay warm throughout the party.
Keep your extra appetizers in an oven-safe dish so that you can easily transfer them to the oven if they start to cool down before transferring them to your serving dishes.
Cranberry and brie go together so well
Brie and cranberry are two classic flavors that go great together.
This appetizer combines them into a simple, yet delicious, bite-sized snack.
The brie is creamy and pairs perfectly with the tart cranberry sauce.
These would be perfect for your next party or get-together!
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Please let us know how you enjoy our Cranberry Brie Bites recipe.
Easy Cranberry Brie Bites
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- Knife or Pizza Cutter
- Can opener
- Spoon
Ingredients
- Wheel of Brie cheese
- Can of crescent sheets or crescent dough
- Can whole cranberry sauce
- Fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Lightly flour a countertop.
- Roll out a sheet of crescent dough. If you can’t find the whole sheets, you can use the crescent rolls, just pinch the perforated lines to make them whole.Can of crescent sheets
- Using a knife or pizza cutter, slice into 12 pieces. If using a mini muffin tin for tiny bites, cut the dough into 24 pieces.
- Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Put each square of dough into the pan making sure that it forms a bit of a bowl.
- Next, slice your cheese into 12 pieces. I cut the rind off mine, but you can leave it on if you wish. It is edible and a bit of personal preference! If using the mini pan, cut each slice in half.Wheel of Brie cheese
- Add one slice of cheese into each dough ‘bowl’.
- Open a can of whole cranberry sauce. Spoon some on top of each piece of cheese.Can whole cranberry sauce
- Lastly, lay a bit of fresh rosemary on top of each one.Fresh rosemary
- Bake in the oven at 375 for 12-15 minutes.
Notes
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Hi, I’m Jennifer. I love to cook and entertain. I have a lot of fun sharing traditional food and drink recipes as well as putting a new spin on the classics. I strive to provide easy to make recipes that are perfect for the home cook, bartender and entertainer.
I made these for Thanksgiving and they were a huge hit!