Savory Cranberry and Brie Tartlets
Savory Cranberry and Brie Tartlets are a delightful combination of creamy brie cheese, tangy cranberry sauce, and a flaky pastry shell, making them a perfect appetizer or party snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 tartlets
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Puff Pastry: 1 package (2 sheets), thawed, or 24 pre-made tartlet shells.
- Flour: For dusting.
- Brie Cheese: 8 ounces, cut into small cubes or slices.
- Cranberry Sauce: ½ cup, homemade or store-bought.
- Walnuts or Pecans (Optional): ¼ cup, finely chopped.
- Fresh Rosemary or Thyme: 1 tablespoon, chopped.
- Honey (Optional): 2 tablespoons.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth any creases.
- Use a 3-inch round cutter or a glass to cut out circles. Press the circles into a greased mini muffin tin to form tartlet shells. Prick the bottoms with a fork to prevent puffing.
- Place a small piece of Brie into each tartlet shell.
- Top with a spoonful of cranberry sauce.
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the muffin tin.
- Garnish each tartlet with a sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme.
- Drizzle with honey for added sweetness, if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- These tartlets can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Feel free to substitute different herbs or nuts based on your preference.
- For a vegetarian version, ensure your puff pastry is free from animal products.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg