Crispy Brie & Jam Stuffed Pastry Bites
by Cheesemonger Evy
These tasty pockets are messy little morsels of sweet and salty; use a classic fruit jam for something more traditional or try out that spicy pepper jam you’ve been meaning to crack into. It’s time to party.
(Makes 12 pastry bites, serves approx. 6)
INGREDIENTS
4oz Kickaas Camembert (approx. half of what comes in our standard wedge!)
4 Tbsp. of your favorite jam
12 sheets phyllo dough (thawed according to package directions and kept covered so they don’t dry out while you work!)
¼ cup (half a stick) melted butter
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 375º F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Chop the brie into 12 pieces and set aside.
3. Place one sheet of filo dough on a cutting board (cover the remaining sheets with a damp paper towel so they don’t dry out!), and brush with melted butter.
4. Grab a piece of brie and place it in the center at the end of the sheet, then add a teaspoon of jam next to that.
5. Fold each long side over so the sheet is ⅓ of its original width, then fold the jammy left corner of the pastry down diagonally to create a triangle, continuing to fold all the way down the strip so you’re left with a triangle shaped package. Use butter to seal the pastry closed.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 until you have 2 trays of 6 pastry bites.
7. Brush the tops with more melted butter, and bake for 15-20 minutes (or until golden brown).
8. Serve warm.
