Looking for an easy warm appetizer that looks fancy but is super simple to make? These puff pastry bites with Brie, bacon and caramelized onion are your answer! They're creamy, salty, slightly sweet, and packed with flavor.
Perfect as a party snack, a bite-sized starter, or as part of a holiday platter. And believe me - these are always the first to disappear.
Baked Puff Pastry Bites with Caramelized Onion and Brie
I first made these during a recipe exchange called the Swiepswoepswap (a Dutch thing 😉 ). It's a fun challenge where food bloggers recreate each other's recipes with a twist. I landed on the blog Kokkerellen met Suus and saw a tart made with Brie, bacon, and red wine caramelized onions. And it looked delicious!
But instead of making a big tart, I decided to turn the idea into easy finger food. I swapped the red wine for Port (I love that deep, rich flavor) and transformed the tart into bite-sized snacks. The result? Absolutely addictive!
Tips for the Perfect Party-Perfect Brie & Onion Puff Pastry Squares
This recipe has been tested multiple times in my kitchen, and these are the tips that make it perfect every single time:
- Use a good-quality Port wine for great flavor.
- Slice the onions thin-this helps them caramelize faster and evenly.
- Cook the bacon bits until crispy and let it drain for maximum crunch.
- Poke holes in the puff pastry before adding the topping to stop it from puffing too much in the oven.
- Want to switch things up? Try adding a touch of fig jam or honey before baking.
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Ingredients
- 4 sheets puff pastry, 4 x 4 inch (10 x 10 cm) each
- 1 sunflower oil
- 3 red onions, slice into thin half rings
- 1 clove garlic, squeezed
- ¼ cup port wine
- 1½ teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3½ oz. bacon bits
- 3½ oz. Brie cheese
- ground black pepper, Cut into 16 small pieces
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Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 410 ℉ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Let the puff pastry thaw slightly and cut each sheet into four squares.4 sheets puff pastry
- Heat one tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Add the onions and sauté for three minutes, or until they become translucent.3 red onions, 1 sunflower oil
- Add the garlic and fry for 30 seconds.1 clove garlic
- Pour in the port, then add thyme and sugar.¼ cup port wine, 1½ teaspoons dried thyme, 2 tablespoons sugar
- Let everything simmer for ten minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Let it drain on a paper towel.3½ oz. bacon bits
- Place the puff pastry squares on the baking sheet. Use a fork to poke holes in each square to prevent them from puffing up too much.
- Spoon a little of the caramelized onion mixture onto each square.
- Sprinkle bacon bits on top and place a slice of Brie on each. Finish with a pinch of black pepper.3½ oz. Brie cheese, ground black pepper
- Bake the bites for 20 minutes, until golden and puffed. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Fridge: Store cooled bites in an airtight container for up to two days.
- Reheat: 5-7 minutes in a preheated oven at 350 °F (ca. 180 °C).
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