Sausage, Cranberry, & Brie Bites

Name: Sausage Brie Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed for 40 minutes.; 8 oz Johnsonville Ground Italian Sausage (Sweet, Mild, or Hot).; 2 cloves garlic, minced.; 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped.; 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped.; 1 egg.; 1 tbsp water.; 1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce.; 4 oz brie, rind removed and sliced.; 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped (for garnish).

Featured in Tasty Evening Meals.

Sausage, Cranberry, & Brie Bites are the ideal appetizer for any holiday gathering. This recipe combines savory sausage, sweet cranberry sauce, and creamy brie wrapped in crispy puff pastry. Simply cook the sausage with fresh garlic and herbs, spread cranberry sauce on puff pastry, add brie, roll, slice, and bake! Perfect for impressing guests at parties or serving at a festive dinner.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:06:59 GMT

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Sausage, Cranberry, & Brie Bites are the perfect combination of savory, sweet, and creamy in one bite-sized appetizer. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry, these bites are packed with Italian sausage, fresh herbs, and a hint of sweetness from cranberry sauce, topped with rich, melty brie. A guaranteed hit at any holiday gathering!

INGREDIENTS

Frozen puff pastry: 1 sheet, thawed for 40 minutes
Ground Italian Sausage: 8 oz (Sweet, Mild, or Hot)
Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
Fresh sage: 1 tbsp, chopped, and 1 tsp for garnish
Fresh rosemary: 2 tsp, chopped
Egg: 1 egg, for egg wash
Water: 1 tbsp, for egg wash
Cranberry sauce: 1/2 cup, jellied
Brie: 4 oz, rind removed and sliced

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:: Thaw the puff pastry sheet for 40 minutes.
Step 2:: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 3:: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage with garlic until browned. Add rosemary and sage, and cook for 2 more minutes. Drain excess fat.
Step 4:: Whisk together the egg and water to make the egg wash.
Step 5:: Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Brush with egg wash. Spread cranberry sauce over the pastry, followed by the cooked sausage, and top with brie slices.
Step 6:: Carefully roll the pastry into a log and cut into 12 slices.
Step 7:: Place slices on the prepared baking sheet, brush with remaining egg wash, and garnish with chopped sage. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve warm as an appetizer at holiday parties.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to maintain crispiness.

Helpful Notes

You can substitute the sausage with vegetarian sausage for a meatless option.
If you prefer a tangier bite, try using fresh cranberry relish instead of jellied cranberry sauce.
For an extra festive touch, sprinkle some crushed nuts on top before baking.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

Chef Gordon Ramsay recommends using high-quality brie for a creamier texture.
Chef Ina Garten suggests adding a touch of balsamic glaze after baking for a sweet-sour finish.

Sausage Brie Bites

These savory bites feature a combination of sausage, cranberry, and creamy brie wrapped in crispy puff pastry. Ideal for holiday gatherings.

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Total Time

25 Minutes

By: Clare Greco

Category: Evening Meals

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (12 bites)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed for 40 minutes.

02 8 oz Johnsonville Ground Italian Sausage (Sweet, Mild, or Hot).

03 2 cloves garlic, minced.

04 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped.

05 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped.

06 1 egg.

07 1 tbsp water.

08 1/2 cup jellied cranberry sauce.

09 4 oz brie, rind removed and sliced.

10 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped (for garnish).

Instructions

Step 01

Thaw the pastry sheet for 40 minutes.

Step 02

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 03

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage with garlic until browned. Add rosemary and sage; cook for 2 more minutes. Drain excess fat.

Step 04

Whisk together egg and water to make the egg wash.

Step 05

Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Brush with egg wash. Spread cranberry sauce over the pastry, followed by the cooked sausage, and top with brie slices.

Step 06

Carefully roll the pastry into a log and cut into 12 slices.

Step 07

Place slices on the prepared baking sheet, brush with remaining egg wash, and garnish with chopped sage. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.