Cranberry Brie Tartlets

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"Even though my husband, Nav, is the cook in our family, this is an appetizer I like to make-and it is always a hit. Everyone loves its mix of sweet and savory flavors." 
-Brianne Mellody Singh, Applegate Associate Digital Marketing Manager

Ingredients

  • 1 (17-ounce) box frozen puff pastry, defrosted
  • 1/a cup fig preserves
  • 12-16 ounces Brie, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought) 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • Coarse sugar, for sprinkling Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Lightly roll out the sheets of puff pastry and cut each into about 16 squares.
  2. Using the tip of a sharp knife, score a border about ¼ inch from the edge of each
  3. piece of dough. Prick the inside of each square several times with a fork. Arrange the pastry pieces on the lined baking sheets.
  4. Spread the center of each pastry with a thin layer of fig preserves. Top with a slice of Brie, cutting it to fit. Mound a small spoonful of cranberry sauce over the Brie, pressing lightly to adhere.
  5. Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the beaten egg and sprinkle with the coarse sugar.
  6. Bake until the pastry is puffed, golden brown, and the Brie is melted, 15-20 minutes. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve at once.