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Golden-brown pistachio-crusted brie appetizer bites arranged on elegant serving platter with cranberry garnish

Savory Pistachio Brie Bites | Best Holiday Appetizer Recipe

Elegant, creamy, and irresistibly crunchy — these Savory Pistachio-Crusted Brie Bites combine buttery puff pastry, melted brie, and honey-glazed pistachios for a sophisticated appetizer that's ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, and wine nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 wheel of Brie cheese about 8 ounces
  • 1 cup unsalted roasted pistachios chopped
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 package puff pastry 2 sheets, thawed
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Fresh cranberries or pomegranate seeds optional, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine chopped pistachios, honey, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let rest for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  3. Unroll puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 3x3-inch squares to make 12 portions.
  4. Place about 1 ounce of brie in the center of each square. Top with 1–2 teaspoons of pistachio mixture.
  5. Fold pastry corners over filling and pinch to seal. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  6. Arrange on baking sheet and bake 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Cool 2–3 minutes, then garnish with cranberries or pomegranate seeds before serving.

Notes

Use all-butter puff pastry for best texture. Don’t overfill or the cheese may leak during baking. These bites can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 4 hours or frozen for up to 1 month before baking.