Caramel Apple & Brie Christmas Tree Tartlets

Caramel Apple & Brie Christmas Tree Tartlets

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

• 1 medium apple, finely diced

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey

• 1 pinch cinnamon

• 1 pinch salt

• 100g Brie cheese, cut into small cubes

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

Instructions

1. Prepare Apple Filling:
   In a small pan, melt butter. Add diced apples, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Cook 3–5 minutes until soft and caramelized. Let cool.

2. Cut Puff Pastry:
   Roll out puff pastry and cut into small Christmas tree shapes using a cookie cutter (or simple triangles if you prefer).

3. Fill Tartlets:
   Place pastry pieces on a baking tray. Add 1 small cube of Brie and 1 teaspoon of caramel apple mixture on each.

4. Top with Pastry Tree:
   Add another pastry tree on top and press edges gently to seal. Brush with egg wash for golden color.

5. Bake:
   Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 12–15 minutes until puffed and golden.

6. Finish:
   Add nuts on top if you like. Serve warm so the Brie stays melty and delicious.

Q & A

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes! Assemble the tartlets and refrigerate for up to 24 hours, then bake fresh.

Q: Which apples work best?

Crisp apples like Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji work great.

Q: Can I use cream cheese instead of Brie?

Yes! Brie gives a richer flavor, but cream cheese or Camembert also work.

Q: Do they taste sweet or savory?

They are sweet + savory, perfect for holiday gatherings.