Cranberry & Brie Snowflake Puff

❄️ Cranberry & Brie Snowflake Puff: The Stunning Holiday Appetizer Everyone Will Remember

Looking for a show-stopping appetizer that’s just as beautiful as it is delicious? Say hello to the Cranberry & Brie Snowflake Puff — a flaky, cheesy, sweet-savory masterpiece that will steal the spotlight on your holiday table.

With just a few simple ingredients — buttery puff pastry, creamy brie cheese, and tart cranberry sauce — this recipe turns into a dazzling snowflake-shaped centerpiece. It’s the perfect mix of festive flair and comforting flavors, ideal for parties, potlucks, or a quiet evening in with something special.

🧀 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Eye-catching presentation with minimal effort

  • Perfect balance of rich brie and tangy cranberry

  • Make-ahead friendly — assemble and chill before baking

  • Versatile — works for appetizers, brunches, or even dessert with a drizzle of honey

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed

  • 1 wheel of brie (about 8 oz), rind on or off depending on preference

  • ⅓ to ½ cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or homemade)

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

  • Optional: rosemary sprigs, orange zest, or chopped pecans for garnish

👩‍🍳 How to Make the Cranberry & Brie Snowflake Puff

1. Prepare the Pastry Base

Roll out both sheets of puff pastry into roughly equal circles (about 10–11 inches). You can use a plate or bowl as a guide to trim into a perfect round.

2. Layer the Filling

Place one pastry circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread cranberry sauce evenly across the surface, leaving a small border around the edge. Slice the brie into thin pieces and distribute evenly on top of the cranberry.

3. Seal and Shape

Place the second pastry round on top. Press gently to seal the edges. Now comes the fun part:

  • Place a small glass in the center of the circle (don’t press too hard — it’s just a guide).

  • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the circle into 16 equal strips, starting from the edge of the glass to the outside edge.

  • Take two strips at a time and twist them away from each other twice, then pinch the ends together to form a petal. Repeat all around.

Now you’ve got your snowflake!

4. Brush and Bake

Brush the entire surface with a beaten egg for that golden finish. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until puffed and deeply golden.