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Mini Brie Christmas Trees

Delicious Mini Brie Christmas Trees for Festive Snacking

These Mini Brie Christmas Trees are a delightful bite-sized treat perfect for festive gatherings, combining creamy Brie with tangy cranberry and crunchy walnuts.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 trees
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brie and Filling
  • 8 oz Brie cheese wheel weighing approximately
  • ¼ cup Cranberry sauce for a sweet, tangy bite
  • ¼ cup Chopped walnuts or pecans substitute with almonds if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Honey to balance the flavors
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff pastry thawed if frozen
  • 1 ea Egg beaten for egg wash
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley or greens optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Rolling Pin
  • Brush

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients for easy assembly.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry until it’s about ⅛ inch thick. Cut the pastry into a large triangle.
  3. Place the wheel of Brie cheese at the base of the puff pastry triangle.
  4. Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the Brie.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans over the cranberry sauce.
  6. Drizzle the honey over the filled Brie, followed by salt and pepper.
  7. Fold the edges of the puff pastry triangle over the Brie, pinching to create a tree shape.
  8. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg for a glossy finish.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven, cool slightly, and garnish with fresh parsley or greens if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store baked Mini Brie Christmas Trees in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked trees for up to 2 months.

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