Why This Recipe Is a Keeper
Before we dive into the method, here is why these brie bites will become a favorite.
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Only 3 ingredients. Simple and affordable.
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Ready in under 30 minutes.
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Flaky and gooey. The perfect texture combination.
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Crowd-pleasing. Everyone loves brie and jam.
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Budget-friendly. Crescent dough, brie, and jam are inexpensive.
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Perfect for parties, holidays, and gatherings.
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Great for leftovers.
Ingredients
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2 (8 oz) tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough
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8 oz wheel or block of brie cheese, chilled
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1/2 cup fruit jam or preserves (such as raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)
Ingredient Notes
Crescent roll dough: Use refrigerated crescent roll dough. It creates a flaky, buttery crust.
Brie cheese: Use a wheel or block of brie. Chill it before cutting.
Fruit jam: Use raspberry, apricot, or strawberry jam.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch glass baking dish.
Step 2: Chill the Brie
Chill the brie in the freezer for about 10 minutes while you get everything else ready.
Step 3: Prepare the Dough
Unroll the crescent roll dough on a clean surface. Gently press the seams together so you have two large rectangles. Cut each rectangle into 12 even squares, for a total of 24 small pieces of dough.
Step 4: Cut the Brie
Cut the chilled brie into 24 small cubes, roughly 1/2 to 3/4 inch each.
Step 5: Assemble the Bites
Place one square of crescent dough into the glass baking dish. Set a cube of brie in the center of each piece of dough. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of jam over each piece of brie.
Step 6: Seal the Bites
Gently pull the corners of each dough square up and around the brie and jam, pinching the edges together on top to seal.
Step 7: Bake
Arrange all 24 bites snugly in the glass baking dish. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the dough is puffed and golden brown.
Step 8: Cool and Serve
Let the bites cool for about 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
How to Serve Crescent Brie Bites
These flaky, gooey bites are delicious on their own, but a few accompaniments make them even better.
With Extra Jam: Serve with additional jam for dipping.
With Fresh Fruit: Serve with grapes or berries.
With Crackers: Serve alongside crackers.
With a Salad: Add to a party platter.
With Honey: Drizzle with honey.
Variations & Tips
Make Them with Different Jam: Use fig or cherry jam.
Make Them with Different Cheese: Use camembert or goat cheese.
Make Them with Nuts: Add chopped pecans or walnuts.
Make Them with Herbs: Add thyme or rosemary.
Make Them with Honey: Drizzle with honey before serving.
Make Them with Bacon: Add a piece of cooked bacon.
Make Them with Pears: Add a slice of pear.
Make Them Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free crescent dough.
Make Them Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cheese.
Pro Tips for Absolute Success
Chill the brie before cutting. This makes it easier to cube.
Do not overfill the bites. This prevents leakage.
Seal the dough tightly. This prevents the cheese from running out.
Let the bites cool slightly before serving. This prevents burning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different dough?
Yes. Puff pastry can be used.
Can I use a different cheese?
Yes. Camembert or goat cheese can be used.
Can I use a different jam?
Yes. Fig or cherry jam can be used.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.
Can I freeze these bites?
Yes. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
How long do leftovers last?
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Why is my cheese leaking out?
The dough was not sealed tightly. Press edges together firmly.
Can I add more jam?
Yes. Add extra jam on top.
Can I use a different pan?
Yes. Any baking dish works.
Can I make these in a slow cooker?
This recipe is designed for the oven.
The Beauty of Brie Bites
There is something deeply satisfying about a warm, flaky pastry filled with creamy cheese and sweet jam. It is the kind of food that makes people happy. These crescent brie bites are a celebration of all those things.
Keep crescent dough in your fridge. Keep brie and jam in your fridge and pantry. This recipe is the reason why.
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Cooling Time: 5–10 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 40 minutes
Yield: 24 bites