Save A festive, savory tartlet arrangement featuring creamy brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and golden puff pastry, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- Dairy & Cheese: 200 g brie cheese, rind trimmed and cut into 24 small cubes
- Pastry: 1 sheet (approx. 250 g) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- Fruit & Preserves: 120 ml (½ cup) cranberry sauce (whole berry or homemade)
- Garnish: 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios (optional)
- Egg Wash: 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Unfold the puff pastry and cut into 24 equal squares.
- Step 3:
- Place each square into the cup of a mini muffin tin, gently pressing to form a base.
- Step 4:
- Add one cube of brie to each pastry cup.
- Step 5:
- Top each with 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce.
- Step 6:
- Brush exposed pastry edges lightly with egg wash.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 18 20 minutes, until pastry is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Step 8:
- Let cool 5 minutes, then carefully remove from tin.
- Step 9:
- Arrange tartlets in a wreath shape on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped rosemary and pistachios. Serve warm.
Save Notes
Pair with a crisp sparkling wine or dry Riesling.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup) Sharp knife Pastry brush Baking sheet Parchment paper
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (brie cheese), egg, and nuts (pistachios, optional). Contains gluten (puff pastry). Always check product labels for allergens if using pre-made ingredients.
Save Recipe Guide
- → What type of cheese works best?
Brie with rind trimmed provides a creamy texture and mild flavor that pairs well with the tartness of cranberry.
- → Can I use different preserves?
Yes, fig or apricot preserves can be substituted to add a unique sweet contrast.
- → How do I get the pastry crisp and golden?
Brushing the pastry edges with egg wash before baking helps achieve a shiny, golden crust.
- → Can pistachios be omitted?
Yes, omitting pistachios makes a nut-free version without sacrificing flavor.
- → What is the best way to serve?
Arrange tartlets in a wreath shape and serve warm to highlight the melted brie and pastry crispness.
- → What is the ideal baking temperature?
Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18-20 minutes until puff pastry is golden and cheese is bubbly.