Golden Baked Brie Bites with Raspberry Dipping Sauce
Indulge in the delightful experience of Golden Baked Brie Bites, where rich, creamy brie cheese melts within a flaky, golden puff pastry shell. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or as an elegant appetizer for any occasion, these bite-sized treats are enhanced by a sweet and tangy raspberry dipping sauce. With a flaky exterior and a decadent interior, they are sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, these Baked Brie Bites are a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love!
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Servings
100
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
frozen puff pastry
1 lb (thawed)
brie cheese
3/4 lb (cut into 24 slender wedges)
butter
4 tablespoons (melted)
raspberry jam
2/3 cup (for dipping sauce)
lemon juice
2 tablespoons (for dipping sauce)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry to achieve an even thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3
Cut the pastry into 24 squares, each approximately 4 inches on each side.
4
Take each wedge of brie cheese and place it in the center of a pastry square. Carefully fold the pastry over the cheese, tucking in the ends to ensure the cheese is fully enclosed.
5
Arrange the wrapped cheese on an ungreased cookie sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for expansion during baking.
6
In a small saucepan, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Once melted, use a pastry brush to apply the butter generously over the tops of the pastry-wrapped brie.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
8
While the brie bites are baking, prepare the dipping sauce by combining the raspberry jam and lemon juice in the small saucepan used for the butter. Heat gently until warm and well-mixed.
9
Once the Baked Brie Bites are finished, remove them from the oven and let them sit for a couple of minutes before serving. Plate with the warm raspberry dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Golden Baked Brie Bites?
They are appetizers consisting of brie cheese wrapped in puff pastry and served with a raspberry sauce.
What kind of cheese is required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 3/4 lb of brie cheese, cut into 24 slender wedges.
What type of pastry is used?
The recipe uses 1 lb of frozen puff pastry that has been thawed.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How do I prepare the puff pastry for the bites?
Roll it out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 24 squares.
How do I assemble the individual brie bites?
Place a brie wedge in the center of each pastry square and fold the pastry over to enclose it.
How do I finish the pastry before baking?
Apply 4 tablespoons of melted butter generously over the tops of the wrapped pastry using a brush.
How long do the brie bites need to bake?
Bake them for 20 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
What ingredients make up the dipping sauce?
The sauce is a mixture of 2/3 cup raspberry jam and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
How is the raspberry dipping sauce prepared?
Heat the jam and lemon juice in a small saucepan until they are warm and well-mixed.
Should these be served immediately?
Let them sit for a couple of minutes after removing from the oven, then serve them warm.
What is the calorie count for a single bite?
Each baked brie bite contains approximately 100 calories.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe produces 24 individual servings or bites.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheet?
No, the recipe specifies using an ungreased cookie sheet.
What is the texture of the finished bites?
They have a flaky, golden exterior with a rich and creamy interior.
Are these suitable for formal occasions?
Yes, they are described as an elegant appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings.
How thick should I roll the pastry?
The pastry should be rolled to an even thickness of about 1/8 inch.
What are the dimensions of the pastry squares?
Each square should be approximately 4 inches on each side.
How do I prevent the cheese from leaking during baking?
Carefully fold the pastry over the cheese and tuck in the ends to ensure it is fully enclosed.
Why is lemon juice added to the jam?
The lemon juice adds a tangy balance to the sweetness of the raspberry jam.
What is the total preparation and cooking time?
The Baked Brie Bites are easy to prepare and can be ready in under an hour.
Can I substitute the raspberry jam?
While the recipe uses raspberry, you can use other fruit jams like apricot or fig if preferred.
Is a pastry brush required?
Yes, a pastry brush helps apply the melted butter evenly over the pastry shells.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 7.5g of fat.
How much protein is in one bite?
Each bite contains 2.5g of protein.
What are the carbohydrates per serving?
There are 7.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is the puff pastry used straight from the freezer?
No, the frozen puff pastry must be thawed before you roll and cut it.
What is the main flavor profile of this dish?
It is a savory and buttery appetizer with a sweet and tangy fruit accompaniment.
How many ingredients are in the entire recipe?
There are 5 ingredients: puff pastry, brie, butter, jam, and lemon juice.
Can these be considered finger food?
Yes, these bite-sized treats are ideal as easy-to-eat finger food for guests.