Holiday Pepper Jam Brie Bites

Sweet. Savory. Gone in minutes.
These elegant little bites feel fancy but come together fast—ideal for open-house mingling.

Serves

10–12 people (about 30 bites)

Ingredients

2 sheets puff pastry, thawed

1 wheel brie cheese (8–12 oz), rind on

½–¾ cup Rollicking Buckaroo Pepper Jam (any heat level you love)

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped

Optional toppings: chopped pecans, walnuts, or dried cranberries

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a mini muffin tin.

Roll out puff pastry and cut into 2½-inch squares. Press each square into the muffin cups.

Cut brie into small cubes and place one cube into each pastry cup.

Top with pepper jam (about 1–2 teaspoons per bite).

Brush pastry edges with egg wash and sprinkle lightly with herbs.

Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden and bubbling.

Let cool slightly, then finish with nuts or dried fruit if desired.

Serve With

Sparkling wine or holiday mocktails

Warm cider or mulled wine

A festive cheese and charcuterie board

Why It’s Perfect for an Open House

✔ Easy to eat standing up
✔ Sweet heat balances rich cheese
✔ Looks festive without extra effort
✔ Can be prepped ahead and baked just before guests arrive