Mini Brie Christmas Trees
these mini brie Christmas trees without extra stress. They come together fast, look adorable on the table, These no-cook brie appetizers are perfect for busy moms, students, Easy, elegant, and ready in minutes
Yield: 16 pieces
Calories: 95kcal
Ingredients
- 1 mini round brie 4.4 ounces / 125 grams
- ¼ cup dried cranberries 30 grams
- 4 dried apricots
- ¼ cup shelled pistachios 25 grams
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro loosely packed (5 grams)
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions
Step 1 — Prepare the Topping
- Finely chop the dried cranberries, dried apricots, pistachios, and fresh cilantro
- Transfer the mixture to a shallow bowl and set aside
Step 2 — Cut the Brie
- Slice the brie in half horizontally
- Cut each half into quarters, then cut each quarter in half to create 16 wedges
Step 3 — Assemble the Trees
- Insert a toothpick into each brie wedge
- Hold the wedge by the toothpick and gently press it into the chopped mixture until coated
- Repeat with all pieces
Step 4 — Chill and Finish
- Place the brie trees on a platter or in an airtight container
- Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour
- Before serving, season with black pepper and drizzle lightly with honey
Notes
Use a firm mini brie for clean cuts and easy handling
You can substitute parsley or rosemary for cilantro if preferred
Add honey just before serving for the best texture