Christmas season should be renamed party season because it feels like we have party after party this time of year. I am always looking for fun and festive holiday appetizers to bring the next shindig. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through a simple yet elegant recipe that combines the creamy richness of Brie with the sweet and tart burst of cranberries, creating the perfect bite-sized treat for your holiday gatherings. Plus, anything wrapped in puff pastry makes an easy and delicious appetizer for any party. This simple Christmas Appetizer recipe will be a hit year after year!
See Below for Step x Step Instructions (including pictures) on how to make these Brie & Cranberry Pinwheels!
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Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of Puff Pastry
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 ounces brie cheese
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
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Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the cookie sheet
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Melt butter and chop brie and walnuts.
Step 2: Prepare the puff pastry
Unroll the puff pastry on floured surface. Melt the butter and brush all over the puff pastry.
Step 3: Layer the toppings
Chop the brie and add to the puff pastry a long with the dried cranberries and chopped walnuts. Drizzle toppings with honey.
Step 4: Roll and Cut the pastry
Starting at the long end, roll the pastry tightly and brush with melted butter. Cut the pastry into 12 slices with serrated knife.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Transfer sliced pinwheels to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes. Serve warm.
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Printable Recipe:
Brie & Cranberry Pinwheels
Indulge in festive flavors with my Christmas Party Appetizer - Brie and Cranberry Pinwheels.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
- 4 ounces Brie cheese
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unroll the puff pastry on floured surface.
3. Melt the butter and brush all over the puff pastry.
4. Chop the brie and add to the puff pastry along with the dried cranberries and chopped pistachios.
5. Drizzle toppings with honey.
6. Starting at the long end, roll the pastry tightly and brush with melted butter.
7. Cut the pastry into 12 slices with serrated knife.
8. Transfer sliced pinwheels to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes. Serve warm.
Need more ideas for Festive Finger Foods? Check out the following:
- Figs in a blanket
- Bite Size Smokey Honey Cheese Balls
- Honey Goat Cheese Balls
- Spicy Cheese Straws
- Sweet Potato and Chorizo Balls
- Cranberry Meatballs
Get ready to impress your guests and make this festive season even more memorable! You don’t have to tell them how easy this elegant Christmas appetizer recipe is to make. That will be our secret!
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