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Mini Brie Christmas Trees

Deliciously Easy Mini Brie Christmas Trees for Festive Feasting

Delightful Mini Brie Christmas Trees capture holiday essence, perfect for quick festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 trees
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 wheel Brie cheese creamy base that melts beautifully
  • 1 sheet Puff pastry thawed if frozen
  • 1 large Egg beaten for egg wash
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Cranberry sauce adds sweet-tart flavor
  • ¼ cup Chopped walnuts or pecans for a crunchy texture
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Honey for a hint of sweetness
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley or greens for optional garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • pastry brush
  • Sharp knife
  • rolling pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the thawed sheet of puff pastry until ⅛ inch thick. Cut into a triangle shape.
  3. Place the Brie wheel at the base of the pastry triangle.
  4. Spread the cranberry sauce over the Brie.
  5. Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans over the cranberry sauce.
  6. Add fresh rosemary and drizzle with honey, then season with salt and pepper.
  7. Fold the edges of the pastry triangle over the Brie and seal the seams.
  8. Brush the entire pastry with the beaten egg.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden-brown.
  10. Allow to cool for a few minutes and garnish with parsley or greens before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1treeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 330mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with assorted crackers or slices of baguette for the best experience. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen before baking.

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