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Mini Brie Christmas Trees

Mini Brie Christmas Trees That Wow Guests Effortlessly

Delightful Mini Brie Christmas Trees are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines creamy brie, crunchy nuts, and colorful dried fruits, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Other
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese
  • 1 round Brie Cheese or Camembert for a slightly earthier flavor
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Nuts (e.g., almonds, pistachios) or pumpkin/sunflower seeds for nut-free
  • 1 cup Dried Fruit (e.g., cranberries, apricots) use any favorite dried fruit
For the Trunks
  • 10 sticks Pretzel Sticks or gluten-free pretzel sticks if needed
For the Drizzle (Optional)
  • 3 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
For the Garnish
  • 1 sprig Fresh Herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme) optional for festive touch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Serving platter
  • freezer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chill the brie cheese in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes until firm but not frozen.
  2. Finely chop your choice of nuts and dried fruits. Combine in a mixing bowl with a pinch of salt and fresh herbs.
  3. Shape chilled brie into small cones to mimic Christmas trees.
  4. Insert a pretzel stick into the base of each cheese cone to create the trunk.
  5. Roll each brie cone in the nut and fruit mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  6. Refrigerate the coated trees for an additional 10 minutes to set the coating.
  7. Before serving, drizzle honey or maple syrup over the tops and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

These charming Mini Brie Christmas Trees are just as fun to make as they are to eat, and can accommodate various dietary needs!