These Mini Brie and Cranberry Tartlets are a delightful appetizer perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings. Combining creamy brie cheese with sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, these tartlets are sure to impress your guests.
The recipe is simple and quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for holiday entertaining. With a flaky pastry base and a burst of flavor in every bite, they are a must-try Thanksgiving recipe.
Easy Mini Brie and Cranberry Tartlets
These tartlets feature a buttery pastry shell filled with rich brie cheese and topped with cranberry sauce. They take about 25 minutes to prepare and bake, yielding 12 tartlets that are perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 6 ounces brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 3-inch squares.
- Assemble the Tartlets: Place the pastry squares into a greased mini muffin tin. Add a piece of brie cheese to each pastry square, followed by a spoonful of cranberry sauce on top.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to give them a golden color when baked.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme if desired, and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 tartlets
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
