These delicious tartlets were featured in our “Culinary Creations Even a Grinch Would Love” class:

The Chicken, Cranberry & Brie Tartlets combine all the best flavors of the season in one delicious little bite. Perfect for all your holiday parties, these tartlets are sure to become a new favorite!

• Prep Time 15 minutes
• Cook Time 15 minutes
• Total Time 30 minutes
• Servings 48

Ingredients

• 2 packages 17 oz. each puff pastry
• 1 chicken breast cooked and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 1/2 c. fresh cranberries
• 1/3 c. honey
• 3 tbsp. water
• 1 tsp. mustard powder
• 4 oz. brie cheese cut into 48 pieces
• 1/4 c. finely chopped pecans
• 2 Tbsp. minced fresh sage

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Thaw puff pastry sheets according to package instructions. Once thawed, unfold into thirds.
• Cut each third into 12 equal squares to make 48 squares. (*You will not use entire second package) Grease 2 mini muffin tins; press each puff pastry square into a muffin cup.
• Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes; remove from oven and press the center of each cup in with the end of a wooden spoon.
• While puff pastry is baking, prepare cranberry sauce by combining fresh cranberries, honey, water, and mustard powder in a small saucepan.
• Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
• Fill the center of each puff pastry cup with 1 piece of chicken, 1/2 tsp cranberry sauce, and 1 piece brie cheese.
• Return to oven for 5-7 minutes, until brie is nicely melted.
• Top with minced sage and chopped pecans.
• Serve warm.

Chef Joe Patrick, Eat Cake Productions
Dallas, TX