Flaky Puff Pastry with Brie, Cranberries & Toasted Walnuts
A quick and elegant appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry topped with creamy Brie, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Perfect for holiday gatherings or easy entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins
- Total Time: 28 mins
- Yield: 6 1x
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet (250 g) puff pastry, thawed
- 4 oz (115 g) Brie cheese, sliced
- ¼ cup (40 g) dried cranberries
- ¼ cup (30 g) walnuts, toasted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the thawed puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet. Score a 1-inch border around the edges with a knife (do not cut all the way through).
- Arrange the sliced Brie evenly over the pastry within the scored border.
- Sprinkle dried cranberries and toasted walnuts over the Brie.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle with honey or sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving. Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 8g
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