There’s something magical about the holiday season — the twinkle of lights, the cozy music, and the smell of freshly baked treats wafting through the kitchen. These Vegan Cranberry Brie Bites bring that feeling to life in one perfect little bite.
Each pastry cup is buttery, flaky, and golden, filled with creamy vegan brie, layered with cranberry sauce, and kissed with maple syrup for that irresistible sweet-and-savory contrast.
They’re elegant enough for a Christmas party, easy enough for weeknight entertaining, and guaranteed to stop Pinterest scrollers in their tracks.
💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🕯️ Pinterest-Perfect: Gorgeous red and golden tones that pop on camera.
- 🍁 Sweet & Savory Combo: Maple syrup and tart cranberries in perfect balance.
- 🌱 100% Vegan: Dairy-free brie, plant-based pastry, and cruelty-free ingredients.
- ⏱️ Quick & Easy: Just 20 minutes of baking, 10 minutes of prep.
- 🎉 Crowd-Favorite: Elegant enough for parties, simple enough for snacks.
🥧 Vegan Cranberry Brie Bites with Maple Puff Pastry (Festive Holiday Appetizer)
Description
These Vegan Cranberry Brie Bites with Maple Puff Pastry are the perfect mix of sweet, savory, and festive. With creamy brie, tart cranberry, and golden pastry, they’re the ultimate holiday appetizer — elegant, quick, and totally plant-based. Perfect for Christmas parties, cozy nights in, or your next Pinterest board full of holiday inspiration.
Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
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Set to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
Cut & Shape the Pastry:
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Cut puff pastry into 2-inch squares, gently press into muffin tin cups.
Fill with Brie & Cranberries:
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Spoon a teaspoon of vegan brie into each cup, top with cranberry sauce.
Bake to Perfection:
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Bake 18–20 minutes until golden and puffed.
Finish with Maple & Herbs:
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Drizzle with warm maple syrup, sprinkle chopped rosemary and sea salt before serving.
Note
🌟 Tips
- Use store-bought vegan puff pastry (most are naturally dairy-free).
- Add chopped pecans or pistachios for texture and presentation.
- Want it sweeter? Mix a touch of orange zest into the cranberry sauce.
- Serve warm for that gooey, melty brie texture.
