Baked Cranberry and Walnut Brie Bites in Phyllo Shells
These Cranberry and Walnut Brie Bites are one of my go-to recipes when I want a quick yet festive appetizer that is ready in just 20 minutes. With only 4 ingredients, they’re filled with creamy brie cheese, a few dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts in phyllo cups.
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These are the kind of holiday appetizers that are bite-sized, pretty on a tray, and the flavor combo works for just about everyone. It is great to serve at a Christmas party or Thanksgiving gathering.
Try serving them alongside my Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham for a sweet and savory main dish, or set them out next to a Festive Wreath Charcuterie Board to create a holiday-themed appetizer spread.
How to Make Cranberry and Walnut Brie Bites
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the brie into 15 small pieces.
3. Arrange the phyllo shells on the baking sheet.
4. Place a piece of brie inside each shell, then top with a few cranberries and walnut pieces.
5. Bake for 10 minutes, until the brie is melted and warm.
Serve and Enjoy!
Important Recipe Notes
- For Brie Cheese, there’s no need to remove the rind; it melts down nicely and adds flavor.
- You can find pre-made mini phyllo shells in the freezer section of most grocery stores. No thawing needed before baking.
- You can change the walnuts into pecans or almonds if that’s what you have on hand.
- For Cranberries, use dried cranberries, but you can also try dried cherries for a twist.
- This recipe makes 15 bites, but you can easily double it for larger gatherings.
Baked Cranberry and Walnut Brie Bites in Phyllo Shells
Ingredients
- 15 phyllo shells
- 4 oz brie cheese
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup walnut pieces
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the brie into 15 small pieces.
- Arrange the phyllo shells on the baking sheet.
- Place a piece of brie inside each shell, then top with a few cranberries and walnut pieces.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until the brie is melted and warm.
- Serve right away and enjoy!
