3-Ingredient Cranberry Brie Bites

Published: Nov 16, 2021 · by Nicole · Updated: Nov 16, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links.

These cranberry brie bites require just 3 simple ingredients to make! This bite size appetizer is creamy, tangy, and just a little bit sweet. A great last minute party appetizer that is perfect for the holiday season. 

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If you are a fan of Brie cheese, you will love this quick vegetarian appetizer idea. It’s totally delicious and pretty enough to serve at all those holiday celebrations.

These Cranberry Brie Bites are:

• Made with just 3 ingredients!
• A great last minute appetizer recipe 
• Affordable 
• Party Friendly 
• Quick to make.

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How to Make Cranberry Brie Bites 

1. Preheat the oven and prep your muffin tin. 
2. Roll out the crescent roll dough and make squares to place in each muffin tin. 
3. Add a piece of Brie cheese.
4. Bake until done, top with cranberry and serve. 

Full directions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post. 

Helpful Tips For Making Cranberry Brie Bites 

Mini Muffin Tins

I used a mini muffin tin like this one. This helps create the little cups with the crescent roll dough, so they bake up into neat little packages.

Grease the Pan 

Make sure you grease your pan, otherwise the crescent roll can stick in the pan. You can simply spray it with a bit of nonstick cooking spray or use vegetable shortening. This is one step you don’t want to skip. And I recommend not using a cupcake liner for this particular recipe.

Variations

Try Pizza Crust Dough 

Instead of crescent roll you can use a pizza dough. It will offer a chewier texture than a soft and fluffy crescent roll, but it is a fun variation to try.

Mix up the Cheese 

If you are not a huge fan of Brie you can easily use cream cheese, camembert, or goat cheese as a substitute. They are all delicious paired with cranberry!

Swap the Cranberry 

For a completely different treat, you can swap the cranberry for other fruity flavors like cherry, blueberries, or raspberries. Pie filling – like this cherry pie filling – is an easy swap for the cranberry sauce.

Zest of Orange 

Sprinkle a little orange zest on the top of these cranberry brie bites for a nice twist of flavor and a pretty garnish. I love orange and cranberry together! You could also use your own homemade Ginger Orange Cranberry Sauce for the filling.

Common Questions For Cranberry Brie Bites 

Can you eat the rind on the Brie? 

You can eat the rind on Brie. You will see that I cut off the rind and discarded it, though as it’s best to remove if you are melting the cheese.

How do you store leftover Brie bites? 

Refrigerate any cranberry brie bites that you don’t eat right away. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days. You can eat them cold or warm them up in the oven or toaster oven.

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If you’re planning your holiday menu, don’t miss our new Vegan Christmas and Vegan Thanksgiving cookbooks. They’re packed with all my favorite holiday-worthy recipes for a plant-based feast.

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