Mini Brie Christmas Trees: Easy Festive Appetizers to Wow Guests
Impress your guests this holiday season with these adorable Mini Brie Christmas Trees. They’re not just festive but also easy to prepare, making them perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of fresh spinach
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese
- 1 package of puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into star shapes.
- Layer the fresh spinach on top of the Brie cheese.
- Place the star-shaped pastry on top.
- Brush with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with cranberry sauce and walnuts.
Notes
- For a fun twist, try adding different toppings like herbs or spices.
- Make sure the Brie cheese is at room temperature before starting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tree
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg