Puff Pastry Appetizers

If you love easy entertaining, this collection of Puff Pastry Appetizers is about to be your new secret weapon. We’re talking flaky, golden bites filled with everything from gooey brie to savory crab. Each one looks fancy, tastes amazing, and comes together with minimal effort, which is exactly how appetizers should be!

Assorted puff pastry appetizers baked until golden and flaky, including savory filled puff pastry squares garnished with thyme and chives, and puff pastry baked brie topped with figs, apples, and melted cheese on a serving board.

This roundup of puff pastry appetizer recipes is here to make hosting easy, fun, and totally delicious. Puff pastry is one of my all-time favorite shortcuts! It’s flaky, buttery, and perfect for stuffing, wrapping, and baking into irresistible sweet or savory treats, from party apps to cozy dishes like my Thanksgiving Leftover Pot Pie.

Whether I’m serving Brie Bites for a family gathering, Crab Puffs for a New Year’s party, or a gorgeous Baked Brie for girls’ night, these recipes never disappoint. They’re simple, they travel well, and they have that “wow” factor that makes people think you spent hours in the kitchen (when you definitely didn’t!).

1. Caramelized Onion and Apple Puff Pastry Tarts

Puff pastry apple tart on a plate garnished with fresh thyme.

These Caramelized Onion and Apple Puff Pastry Tarts are golden, buttery, and packed with flavor from sweet onion jam, tart apples, and gooey Gruyère. Easy to assemble, show-stopping to serve, and delightfully delicious straight from the oven.

2. Puff Pastry Brie Bites

Puff pastry onion tarts on a serving display board.

Delicious Puff Pastry Brie Bites are a simple, show-stopping appetizer that never fails to impress. Flaky puff pastry cradles melty Brie, sweet onion jam, and crispy bacon, while a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of thyme make them look as good as they taste. Quick to assemble and full of flavor, they’re always a hit!

3. Cranberry Apple Hand Pies

Cranberry apple hand pies on parchment paper.

These Cranberry Apple Hand Pies are one of my most viral recipes. They’re the ultimate handheld treat for holidays, family gatherings, or anytime you want a sweet-and-savory snack on the go. Flaky, golden puff pastry envelopes tangy cranberry sauce, creamy Brie, and crisp, juicy apples. The perfect combination of flavors in every bite!

4. Crab Puffs

Crab puffs garnished with chives on a serving tray.

These Crab Puffs are all about impressive flavor without the fuss. Buttery, flaky puff pastry surrounds a rich, savory crab filling seasoned to perfection. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives, they’re beautiful, easy to make, and absolutely irresistible.

5. Baked Brie with Fig Jam

Baked brie topped with figs and served with crackers and apple slices.

Simple yet sophisticated, Baked Brie with Fig Jam is a must-have on any cheese or charcuterie board. Creamy and spreadable, it pairs perfectly with crackers, fruit, or nuts, and once you try it warm from the oven, you’ll see why it’s always the star of the table.

For more crowd-pleasing bites, be sure to check out my full collection of appetizers and snacks next!

If you try any of these easy Puff Pastry Recipes or any other recipe on my blog please leave a 🌟star rating and tell me how it went in the 📝 comments. I love hearing from you!

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