The earthy flavor works beautifully with Brie.
Use Another Soft Cheese
Camembert can work as an alternative to Brie.
Just keep in mind that the flavor and melting characteristics may vary slightly.
How to Make Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Crescent Brie Bites
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
The parchment isn’t absolutely required, but I highly recommend it. If a little cheese escapes during baking, cleanup becomes so much easier!!
Step 2: Prepare the Crescent Dough
Open the crescent dough and carefully unroll it.
Separate the dough into triangles along the perforated lines.
For smaller appetizer-sized bites, you can cut larger triangles in half.
Step 3: Cut the Brie
Cut the Brie into small pieces.
The pieces should be small enough to fit comfortably inside the crescent dough.
You don’t need to remove the rind unless you personally prefer Brie without it. The rind is edible and can be baked along with the cheese.
Step 4: Add the Brie
Place one piece of Brie near the wide end of each crescent triangle.
If you’re adding cranberry sauce, fig preserves, honey, or nuts, add only a small amount.
Resist the temptation to pile everything in there!!
Too much filling makes it harder to seal the dough and increases the chance of the cheese escaping during baking.
Step 5: Roll the Dough
Starting at the wide end, gently roll the dough around the Brie.
Tuck the dough around the cheese and gently pinch any obvious openings closed.
Don’t worry about making every bite perfectly identical.
Once they’re baked and golden, they’ll look delicious no matter what shape they started with!!
Step 6: Arrange on the Baking Sheet
Place the wrapped Brie bites seam-side down on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Leave some space between them because the crescent dough will puff as it bakes.
Step 7: Brush With Egg Wash
Beat the egg in a small bowl.
Using a pastry brush, lightly coat the tops of the crescent bites with egg wash.
This helps create that beautiful golden-brown finish.
Step 8: Bake
Bake for approximately 12–16 minutes, or until the crescent dough is puffed and golden brown.
Keep an eye on them toward the end because oven temperatures can vary.
And the smell?
Absolutely incredible!!
Step 9: Let Them Cool Slightly
Remove the bites from the oven and allow them to rest for about 5 minutes.
The Brie will still be warm and creamy, but letting the bites cool slightly makes them much easier to eat.
Trust me on this one.
Melted Brie straight from the oven is HOT!!
What to Serve With Crescent Brie Bites
These are delicious by themselves, but a few simple accompaniments can make them even better.
Try serving them with:
