Caramel Apple Bites with Brie

Caramel Apple Bites are the quintessential fall treat. These little bites bring together the best of my favorite autumn treats — caramel apples and apple pie — but they are much easier to make and perfect for bringing to parties and events.

serving platter with mini caramel apple bites using brie and caramel sauce


 

What You’ll Need

These simple ingredients come together to make one amazing appetizer!

  • Puff Pastry Sheets – These are a staple in my kitchen so I always have them handy, but if you need to buy them for this recipe you can find them in the frozen section. Just be sure to thaw them before you begin making the recipe.
  • Egg – Use a whisk or a fork to lightly beat the egg. You’ll need it for brushing onto the pastry sheets.
  • Apple – Core and chop the apple right before making the bites to prevent them from browning.
  • Lemon Juice – The lemon juice does double duty — it helps to keep the apples looking fresh and it also balances out the sweetness of the other ingredients.
  • Cinnamon – Apples and cinnamon are a match made in heaven and they give the bites an incredible aroma. 
  • Nutmeg – Nutmeg is another spice that beautifully complements the cinnamon. 
  • Brie – This rich cheese is what gives the bites their creaminess. Be sure to remove the rind from your wheel of brie and slice it into cubes. 
  • Caramel Sauce – You can use store-bought, but it’s easy to make caramel sauce at home, too. 
  • Fleur De Sel For Sprinkling – While this is optional, I think it makes these into the perfect salty/sweet treat.
close up half of a puff pastry with apple and brie filling

Variations

With a few easy twists, you can transform this into your own signature starter.

  • Fruit – Swap out the apples for pears, figs, or peaches. Or, add in dried fruit like cranberries or raisins.
  • Cheese – Trade out the brie cheese for another type of soft cheese like gorgonzola, blue cheese, or goat cheese. I know it sounds like a weird flavor combo, but creamy and stinky cheese pairs well with sweet flavors.
  • Spices – Use a spice blend that you prefer.
  • Citrus – Instead of lemon, use lime, orange, or grapefruit juice.
  • Nuts – Sprinkle on chopped walnuts, macadamia nuts, pecans, or other nuts to add a extra texture.
  • Sweetener – For a sweeter apple filling, add a bit of brown sugar, honey, or agave syrup.
plate of apple pie tarts with caramel drizzle

How to Make Caramel Apple Bites with Brie

Despite that they look fancy, these couldn’t be easier to make!

  1. Prepare puff pastry. After spreading out the pastry sheets on a well-floured countertop,  roll them into a rectangle and slice them into a dozen squares. Then, place each into the wells of the prepared muffin tins that have been greased or sprayed with cooking spray and brush them with the beaten egg. 
  2. Bake. Bake puff pastry in the preheated oven. 
  3. Combine. Place the diced apples in a small saucepan with lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg and cook until the apples soften.
  4. Remove pastry and cool. Take the muffin tins out of the oven and press down the centers with a spoon. Set aside to cool. 
  5. Assemble. When the pastry has cooled fill it first with a piece of brie before adding the apple mix. Then, drizzle it with caramel sauce and add a pinch of Fleur de Sel. 
  6. Serve or store. Serve the bites immediately or store them in the refrigerator. If storing them, allow them to reach room temperature before you serve them.
wooden spoon holding cooked apple filling

Common Questions About Caramel Apple Bites with Brie

Do you remove rind from brie before baking?

If you are baking the entire round of brie, leaving the rind on will help the brie retain its shape. However, for this recipe you’ll want to remove the rind since the creamy cheese is being added to the puff pastry.

What kind of apple goes best with brie?

Some of the best apples to serve with brie are Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Golden Delicious.

Should you eat brie hot or cold?

Brie can be consumed warm or at room temperature. You’ll be able to better taste the flavor of the cheese when it is not cold.

close up of a caramel apple bite with a lot of caramel sauce

Storage

You can store these in the fridge and just let them come to room temperature on the counter before snacking or serving.

Refrigerator

Place the bites in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezer

First, flash-freeze the bites on a baking sheet. The store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. If layering them, place parchment paper in between the layers.

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Caramel Apple Bites with Brie

4.50 from 18 votes
Caramel Apple Bites with Brie are a quick apple tart recipe using puff pastry. The best mix between mini caramel apples and salted caramel apple pie!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 24

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease the wells of 24 mini muffin tins with cooking spray or preferably with vegetable shortening.
  • Roll out the puff pasty sheet on a floured surface. Roll each into a rectangle, cut into 12 2-inch squares. Press each square into a muffin well.
  • Brush each piece of dough with beaten egg and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Remove the pastry from the oven and using a spoon, pat down the centers of each to make a well large enough for brie and apple mix. Remove the cups from the pan to cool.
  • While the pastry is baking, combine the apples, lemon juice, cinnamon and nutmeg in a small saucepan. Stir the mixture over medium-low heat until the apples are soft.
  • Place a small piece of brie in each pastry cup, top with a small amount of apple mix, caramel sauce and sprinkle of Fleur de Sel.
  • Serve caramel apple bites warm or at room temperature.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Nutrition

Calories: 139 kcal, Carbohydrates: 13 g, Protein: 2 g, Fat: 8 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 9 mg, Sodium: 84 mg, Potassium: 30 mg, Vitamin A: 30 IU, Vitamin C: 0.6 mg, Calcium: 11 mg, Iron: 0.6 mg
Author: Chef Jessica Anne
Calories: 139
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: caramel apple bites, dessert recipes with puff pastry, puff pastry desserts
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Chef Jessica Anne Formicola

Jessica the mom, wife and chef behind Savory Experiments. You might see her on the Emmy- nominated TV show Plate It! or on bookshelves as a cookbook author. Jessica is a Le Cordon Bleu certified recipe developer and regularly contributed to Parade, Better Homes & Gardens, The Daily Meal, Mashed and more!

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