Save to Pinterest A festive and elegant appetizer featuring buttery puff pastry, creamy Brie, and tangy cranberry sauce, shaped into delightful mini tartlets arranged as a wreath—perfect for holiday gatherings.
This is one of my favorite holiday appetizers to share with family and friends. The wreath presentation always impresses guests and adds festive charm to the table.
Ingredients
- Pastry: 1 sheet (about 250 g) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- Cheese & Filling: 120 g Brie cheese, rind removed if desired, cut into 16 cubes, 1/3 cup (80 ml) cranberry sauce (homemade or quality store-bought), 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped, 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Garnish (optional): 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios or walnuts, Fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to a 25 x 25 cm (10 x 10 inch) square. Cut into 16 equal squares.
- Step 3:
- Place a square of puff pastry into each cup of a mini muffin tin, gently pressing to form a shell.
- Step 4:
- Add a cube of Brie to each shell. Top with 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce and a pinch of chopped rosemary.
- Step 5:
- Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg.
- Step 6:
- Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
- Step 7:
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then carefully remove tarts from tin.
- Step 8:
- Arrange the mini tarts in a wreath shape on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped pistachios and fresh rosemary sprigs, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings my family together during the holidays. Watching everyone enjoy the tarts while sharing stories is my favorite part of the season.
Notes
Serve with sparkling wine or a crisp white for the perfect pairing.
Required Tools
Rolling pin, Mini muffin tin (16 cups or bake in batches), Pastry brush, Sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (Brie), Egg, Wheat (puff pastry), Tree nuts (if using pistachios or walnuts). Always check labels for possible cross-contamination or ingredient changes.
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Enjoy this festive tart as a delightful start to your holiday meals that everyone will love.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of pastry works best for this dish?
Frozen puff pastry thawed to room temperature provides a flaky and buttery base perfect for these tartlets.
- → Can I substitute Brie with other cheeses?
Yes, creamy cheeses like goat cheese or Camembert offer delicious alternatives with a similar melt and texture.
- → How can I add extra flavor to the cranberry filling?
Incorporating a bit of orange zest into the cranberry sauce brightens the flavor with a zesty twist.
- → What is the best way to shape the mini tarts?
Press puff pastry squares gently into a mini muffin tin to form uniform shells that hold the filling well during baking.
- → Are there garnishes that complement this dish?
Chopped pistachios or walnuts and fresh rosemary sprigs add both texture and aromatic freshness as garnishes.
- → What drink pairs well with these tartlets?
A sparkling wine or a crisp white wine complements the buttery pastry and tart cranberry beautifully.