Celestial Brie Bites with Blueberry-Thyme Bliss
Indulge in these celestial Brie bites, where creamy brie cheese enveloped in golden puff pastry meets a luscious blueberry-thyme compote. Topped with truffle honey and crushed pistachios, this exquisite appetizer radiates elegance and flavor, perfect for your next gathering. Serve warm with edible flowers for a touch of whimsy and beauty.
ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 12 cubes brie cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons truffle honey
- ¼ cup crushed pistachios
- Edible flower petals for garnish
- Parchment paper
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- 2.
Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 3x3 inch squares.
- 3.
Place each cube of brie in the center of a pastry square, then fold the corners over the cheese, pinching to seal.
- 4.
Arrange the wrapped brie bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the brie is melted.
- 6.
While the brie bites are baking, prepare the blueberry-thyme compote. In a saucepan, combine the fresh blueberries, sugar, and thyme.
- 7.
Cook over low heat, stirring gently, until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly, about 8-10 minutes.
- 8.
Remove from heat and let cool.
- 9.
Once the brie bites are done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- 10.
Top each warm brie bite with a dollop of the blueberry-thyme compote, drizzle with truffle honey, and sprinkle with crushed pistachios.
- 11.
Arrange the brie bites on a slate platter, garnished with edible flower petals for a stunning presentation.
