Flaky Stars with Brie and Cranberries – Easy Recipe!
Impress your guests with these delightful flaky puff pastry stars filled with creamy Brie and tangy cranberries. Perfect for any gathering, these treats are as beautiful as they are delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
- Puff Pastry
- Brie Cheese
- Cranberry Sauce
- Egg Wash (beaten egg)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out your puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star shapes.
- On half of the star cutouts, place a small spoonful of cranberry sauce. Top with a slice of Brie cheese. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper for extra flavor if desired.
- Take the remaining star cutouts and place them over the filled stars. Press the edges together firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- Beat an egg and brush it over the top of each star.
- Place the stars on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are puffed and golden brown.
- Once baked, let them cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 star
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for a delightful crunch. Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can also add an aromatic touch. You can prepare the stars in advance and freeze them before baking.