These Mushroom Brie Puff Pastry Appetizers are so good, I promise they will be gone before they cool.
Puff Pastry Tips
Puff Pastry is made up of layers of dough with butter between the layers. Always look for all-butter puff pastry, which tastes much better, and can be used for both sweet and savory recipes.
Always thaw puff pastry completely before using, and try to use it as soon as it's thawed. You don't want it to get too warm, because the butter will melt, causing the dough to be limp and difficult to work with.
I love to have some all-butter puff pastry in the freezer. It's so versatile, and you can wrap just about anything, both savoury and sweet in it for a perfect appetizer. Almost everyone loves warm pastries, and I always notice that those disappear first at every gathering.
About Brie
Brie is a soft cow's milk cheese that originated in the Brie region of France. It has a creamy, buttery texture, and a bloomy white rind, which is edible. Unlike other cheeses, when brie is melted, it retains its structure. So It's the perfect cheese for puff pastry. Brie pairs well with almost everything, and it's a natural choice for mushrooms. For more info about Brie, check out 5 Things Everyone Should Know About Brie
Which Mushroom Varieties To Use For Puff Pastry Appetizers
There are many varieties of mushrooms. And, although you can use them all interchangeably, some varieties are particularly suited to a dish. For these mushroom brie puff pastry appetizers, I'm using cremini mushrooms. For me, the cremini is the best all-round mushroom that works for any dish. Creminis are a little more flavourful and have a firmer texture than white button mushrooms. Nonetheless, any mushroom variety will be delicious in this recipe, so use what you have.
Need More Appetizers?
Try another delicious puff pastry appetizer: Asparagus Puffs, or some delicious Cajun Crab Cakes. And you can never go wrong with a meatball appetizer, like these fabulously festive Merlot Meatball Appetizers
Mushroom Brie Puff Pastry Appetizers
Ingredients
- 1 box frozen puff pastry thawed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 cups cremini mushrooms sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ pepper
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 12 oz brie cheese sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°
- Lightly spray a 24 piece, or 2 12 cup mini muffin tin, or use non-stick pans
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat
- Add shallot, garlic, and mushrooms and cook until softened
- Add wine, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook until the wine is completely reduced
- Remove from heat
- Cut pastry into 24 squares (a pizza wheel works great for this)
- Press a square of pastry dough into each hole of the muffin tin.
- Press a slice of brie into the bottom of each square of dough
- Divide the mushroom mixture evenly with a spoon, filling each muffin hole
- Lightly brush each puff with melted butter
- Fold the corners of each pastry square up, pinch together and twist to envelop all of the filling
- Bake 20 minutes or until pastry is golden
- Transfer to a platter and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Chef Markus Mueller
Love mushroom appetizers! Probably my favourite of all the holiday 'bites' there is just so much flavor you can pack in with mushrooms! The brie combo is a good one!
Colleen
Me too, Markus. Mushrooms are perfect for all the holiday bites. ?
Stine Mari
Oh I wish I had the ingredients right now, these look so delicious. I made something similar the other day and it was amazing, so I'm sure this is quite the hit too!
Colleen
Definitely a hit, Sine!
Cathy
These look like the perfect little appetizers with the mushrooms, melted cheese, and puffed pastry! I'm sure they'll be a hit at holiday parties!
Colleen
Cathy, these little bites are always a big hit at any party!
Candiss
I love an easy 2 bit appetizer and what is better than a crispy puff encasing mushrooms and cheese? Thanks for sharing this great combo!
Colleen
Candiss, yes! a puff of pastry encasing mushroom and cheese is my idea of pure yum. Thank you for agreeing, 🙂 because you will love these!
Leanne | Crumb Top Baking
Thanks for the tips on working with puff pastry! These look so light and fluffy, and you can't go wrong with a brie filling! These are the perfect bite sized appetizers for a holiday gathering!
Colleen
You're so welcome, Leanne. It's such a great ingredient to have on hand for delicious bites like these. Enjoy!
Annissa
Great appetizer recipe! Love the flavor combination on this yum!
Colleen
Thanks Annissa. It's that appetizer time of year, isn't it. These are really yummy as well as simple to make.
Amanda Wren-Grimwood
Mushrooms and brie -what a delicious combination!
Colleen
Mushrooms and Brie really are a delish combo, Amanda!
Jeannette (Jay Joy)
You are sooooo right that Brie pairs well with almost everything! With this flaky goodness and cremini mushroom, this will surely be a hit with my family!
Colleen
These little bites are so yummy, Jeannette. Enjoy!
Jillian
These have all the makings of an appetizer that gets gobbled up immediately at all parties! Just in time for upcoming holiday parties! Delish!
Colleen
Hi Jillian! Yes, these do get gobbled up fast. Enjoy!
Marie
I always keep a box of puff pastry in the freezer because it's such a versatile ingredient. I love the combo of mushrooms and brie. Great appetizer idea!
Colleen
Marie, I am a recent fan of puff pastry, but I agree, it's such a versatile ingredient. These mushroom brie appies are delicious!
Andrea Metlika
My family and friends will eat these up. Everything we love in one bite.
Colleen
Hi Andrea, right, everything we also love in one bite, too. Enjoy!
Tisha
These would not last long at a get together for sure! We all love mushrooms and brie! Genius idea!
Colleen
Thanks Tisha! These little bites are perfect for any gathering.
Elaine
I know for sure that these would be devoured at my next holiday gathering! Everyone's favourite flavours, all in one cute little bite! Pinning.
Colleen
Thanks Elaine! These are perfect for any gathering and just so yummy!
Riz - Chocolates & Chai
Hah! So... I was looking at that first photo you, and my immediate thought was "I'd so finish eating those before they even got a chance to cool"...only to realise a moment later that you felt essentially the same way!
Great minds do think alike!
Colleen
Haha, Riz, great minds really do think alike, for sure! I hope that you try these delicious bites and love them as much as we do!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Ok, so basically, you have some of my very favourite ingredients all wrapped up in one delicious bite!! Puff pastry, mushrooms and brie? Swoon! Hubby and I are hosting a family get together this weekend and these need to happen 🙂 Pinned!
Colleen
Hi Dawn, swooning is a good thing! I know that you will love these little bites for your gathering. Enjoy, and Happy Holidays!