It’s that time of year again – the holidays are here and it’s time to start thinking about the perfect Christmas appetizers!
Christmas is the perfect time to get creative with recipes and impress your guests with delicious and unique dishes.
Today, I’m going to show you how to make the best Christmas appetizer ever: Baked Brie and Cranberry Bites.
🎅🏼 Christmas is the perfect time to get creative with recipes and impress your guests with delicious and unique dishes. 🤩 I absolutely love making appetizers for my family and friends during this special time of year.
🤩 Here are some of my favorite Christmas appetizers that are sure to be a hit with your guests!

The Recipe
These delicious bites are the perfect combination of sweet and savory and are sure to be a hit with your guests. To make them, you’ll need:
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese
- 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
- Puff pastry sheets
Start by preheating the oven to 350°F. Then, in a small bowl, mix together the cranberries, pecans, honey, and cinnamon.
Cut the Brie wheel into 1-inch cubes and place each cube into a mini muffin tin.
Top each cube with a spoonful of the cranberry mixture. Cut the puff pastry sheets into small squares and place one

square on top of each Brie cube. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown. Let cool before serving.
These Brie and Cranberry Bites perfectly combine sweet and savory flavors. The honey and cinnamon add just the right amount of sweetness, while the crunchy pecans add texture and flavor.
Plus, they look great on a platter and are easy to make ahead of time.
Tips & Tricks – Santa Style!
Making these Brie and Cranberry Bites is surprisingly easy, but there are a few tips and tricks to keep in mind.
For starters, be sure to use good-quality Brie cheese – it will make all the difference in the flavor.
I also recommend using frozen puff pastry sheets for convenience. To make things even easier, you can make the cranberry mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to assemble the bites.
Presentation and Pairings
These Brie and Cranberry Bites are the ideal appetizer for any holiday get-together you might be attending.
When you’re ready to serve them, try garnishing the dish with some cranberries and pecans for an extra touch of holiday cheer.
They are also delicious when accompanied by a rich eggnog or a crisp glass of white wine.
Conclusion
These Brie and Cranberry Bites are the perfect appetizer for your next Christmas gathering.
They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and look great on a platter. Plus, the combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
The honey and cinnamon add just the right amount of sweetness, while the crunchy pecans add texture and flavor.
And best of all, these bites are easy to make ahead of time, so you can spend more time enjoying the holiday festivities.
So if you’re looking for the perfect appetizer this holiday season, give these Brie and Cranberry Bites a try!
From all of us here, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and happy cooking!