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by Annie Holmeson Dec 30, 2014 (updated Jan 23, 2024) 35 comments
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These 4-ingredient Blackberry Brie Bites are the easiest, tastiest low-carb appetizer! Perfect for any party or occasion and around 3 net carbs each, these brie bites will become a quick favorite!
Check out my VIDEO below to see how I make these simply delicious brie appetizer bites!
Do you watch Downton Abbey? I am pretty obsessed. I cannot wait for season 5 to start this weekend. About two months ago I binge watched season 4. But THEN last week I watched the trailer for season 5 and I decided I had to rewatch season 4 again to full prepare myself.
Here are some of the things I can’t wait to see: Who does Lady Mary pick? Lady Edith and this baby? Is Mr. Gregson coming back or not? Will the estate actually survive? In the spirit of the season I am sharing the most elegant appetizer ever.
My Blackberry Brie Bites not only look terrifically fancy, but they taste absolutely incredible, too. Bonus: they’re low-carb! Sweet blackberry jam and fresh blackberries perfectly pair with gooey and flavorful brie, all nestled inside a slightly crisp and wonderfully flaky crust. These handheld bites are guaranteed to be the hit of your next party!
Delightful little brie and blackberry bites are impressive to guests, however, they are so incredibly easy to make that I call them an effortless appetizer!
Ingredients in Brie Bites
This Brie cheese appetizer SO easy! You will need a mini muffin tin
Here is all you need:
- Blackberry jam
- Fresh blackberries
- Keto Fathead dough (if not low-carb, just pick up a refrigerated pie crust from the store)
- Brie cheese
How to Make Brie Bites
Because it is so easy to make this Brie appetizer, you can absolutely put these brie and blackberry bites at the bottom of your festivities prepping to-do list. Start to finish, it only takes about 20 minutes until you and your guests are enjoying!
- Firstly, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and spray a mini muffin pan with nonstick spray.
- Cut the Fathead dough or pie crust into chunks large enough to be pressed into the individual mini muffin tins.
- Remove the rind from the cheese, and then cut the brie into 24 small pieces.
- Place a chunk of brie inside each pie crust cup.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese has gotten soft and the crust is slightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brie bites to cool slightly.
- Use a 1/2 teaspoon to spoon a small amount of blackberry jam onto each, and add a fresh blackberry on top.
Seriously, these brie and blackberry tarts are the easiest party appetizer!These are a really wonderful snack for any occasion, but they are especially nice for New Year’s if you are looking for something low-maintenance with big flavor.
Can I Prep These Bites in Advance?
Yes! Assemble and bake the bites, but add the jam and fresh berries just before serving them.
Are these a keto-friendly appetizer?
Yes! Using this Fathead Dough instead of a store-bought refrigerated pie crust means that this is both gluten-free and low-carb. I know jam is not usually eaten on a keto diet, but I use about 1/2 teaspoon per bite, so it ends up working for me. With these ingredients, each bite comes to 3.2 net carbs.
As you can see in the pictures, I played around with skipping the blackberries on some, then skipping the jam on others. This lowers the carbs even further, and the flavor was still delicious no matter what! If you choose to leave off the fresh berries, each bite is 2.8 net carbs. If you leave off the jam instead, they blackberry bites are 1 net carb each.
What kind of jam should I use on brie bites?
Brie pairs well with a number of fruits and jams. I used blackberry because of the fresh blackberries I already had, but I bet raspberry jam and fresh raspberries would work nicely here too. You could try any combination you’d like!
If you are super keto, you might want to leave off the jam. The brie bite + fresh blackberry brings it to just 1 net carb each.
Tips for Making Baked Brie Bites
- This recipe isn’t an exact science — you can eyeball the amount of pie dough that gets pressed into the bottom of the muffin tins.
- You can also use a regular-sized muffin tin to make this recipe, you’ll just wind up with larger tarts. You will likely need to cook these just a couple minutes longer.
- If you have leftovers, store them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
More Cheesy Appetizers:
- Cherry Brie Bites
- Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
- Pimento Cheese and Bacon-Stuffed Peppers
- Sausage and Cream Cheese Pinwheels
- Strawberry and Honey Goat Cheese Bites
Get the Recipe:Blackberry Brie Bites
Prep: 10 minutes mins
Cook: 10 minutes mins
Total: 20 minutes mins
Yield: 24
Author: Annie Holmes
These 4-ingredient Blackberry Brie Bites are the easiest, tastiest low-carb appetizer! Perfect for any party or occasion and under 3 net carbs each, these brie bites will become a quick favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 recipe of Keto Fathead Dough, see notes for link to recipe
- 1 8 ounce package of brie, rind removed
- 1/4 cup blackberry jam
- 1.5 cup 24 fresh blackberries (optional--skip for lowest carb)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400F.
Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Press a small amount of the crust into the bottom of each muffin tin. Be sure to press the crust all the way the sides.
Place a small chunk of brie in each tin.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Let the cheese pies cool for a few minutes, then remove from the pan and let cool completely. Add a small spoonful of blackberry jam and top with a fresh blackberry.
Notes
- Click here for Keto Fat Head Dough recipe. If you aren't gluten free and low carb, you could use a store-bought refrigerated pie crust instead.
- If you want to reduce carbs further, you could leave off the fresh blackberries OR leave off the jam. If leaving off the blackberries but still using the jam, each brie bite has just 2.8 net carbs. If leaving off the jam but still using the fresh blackberries, each brie bite has just 1 net carb.
Net carbs are 1 g per servingusing the keto crust
Serving: 1 brie bite (calculated using keto crust), Calories: 80kcal, Carbohydrates: 1.9g, Protein: 5.9g, Fat: 4.1g, Cholesterol: 13.7mg, Sodium: 139.8mg, Fiber: 0.9g, Sugar: 0.7g
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by Annie Holmes on Dec 30, 2014 (updated Jan 23, 2024)
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35 comments on “Blackberry Brie Bites”
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Ceara+@+Ceara's+Kitchen — Reply
What a pretty and delicious appetizer 🙂 Love it!!
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Maebells — Reply
Thanks Ceara!
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grandbabycakes — Reply
These tarts are magical. I have never watched the show, and I think I’m probably the only one who hasn’t.
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Maebells — Reply
Aren’t they fun?! Kind of like tea party food!
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Leah | So, How's It Taste? — Reply
So fancy and so easy! Love it! And yes, can’t wait for Downton Abbey. It’s one of the best things about January!
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Maebells — Reply
I totally agree Leah!! 🙂
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I actually don’t watch Downton Abbey, but 2 of my sisters love it.
Love these tarts! Brie is pretty much the most awesome cheese ever and I love how simple these are to whip up. 🙂-
Maebells — Reply
Thanks Tina! Sometimes you just need a super simple recipe!
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marcie — Reply
I’ve never seen Downtown Abbey and I feel like I’m really missing out! Sounds like I need to find it on Netflix. 🙂 These tarts look so incredible — I love indulgent little tarts like this as an appetizer, and the blackberries sound like the perfect topper! Pinned, and have a wonderful New Year’s, Annie! 🙂
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Maebells — Reply
Thanks Marcie!! You too! And yes, you have to watch it! It is SO good!
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Alyssa @ My Sequined Life — Reply
I haven’t watched Downton Abbey but I’ve heard such great things! Someday I’ll get there! These brie and blackberry tarts sound like an appetizer I would devour on New Years. Love how simple they are, too!
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Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice — Reply
So many people that I know love Downton Abbey, so I think I need to get on that! These little tarts look like the perfect appetizer to snack on while watching a show or for New Year’s Eve. I love how easy they are to throw together, too. And brie is one of my favorite cheeses, so this combo sounds perfect!
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Amanda — Reply
These are gorgeous! Happy New Year!!!
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Danielle — Reply
I’ve never watched Downton Abbey, but I’m always looking for new suggestions! I have a problem with binge watching tv shows on Netflix, but I could have worse problems right?? 😉
I love these little bites, so cute and they look delicious!
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Ashley — Reply
I’ve actually never seen that show! Everyone I know seems to talk about it though … maybe I should take the hint and watch it 🙂
Love these appetizer bites! Anything with brie and I’m all over it!
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Mira+L — Reply
These look really cute Annie! Can’t wait to try them (I recently made similar ones with lemon curd) ! Great and easy to make for a NYE appetizer! Pinned! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen — Reply
I love Downton Abbey, although I had to quickly scroll through the beginning of your post because I’m still mid-season 4! I got a bit burned out on it when a certain character was killed. I do need to catch up now, though!
These little tarts look delicious and so cute! I love how easy they are to prepare!
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Kelly - Life Made Sweeter — Reply
I’ve never watched the show but I know so many people that love it. These brie and blackberry tarts look fantastic! I love how easy they are to put together too! Perfect mini bites for any NYE party! Hope you have a great time celebrating and Happy Happy New Year!
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Helen+@+Scrummy+Lane — Reply
I’m always looking for low-maintenance recipes! Love this one … you can’t go wrong with fruit and cheese together and it doesn’t hurt that these are so pretty, either. Happy New Year, Annie!
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Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven — Reply
Ahhhh!! I LOVE Downton Abbey! I’m counting down the seconds til January 5th for the premiere of Season 5!
And these tarts? Um totally adorbs! I’m lovin’ the combo of blackberries and brie! -
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert — Reply
These tarts are stunning! So perfectly poppable for NYE!
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Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen — Reply
I have never watched Downton Abbey. Now I feel like I need to. I love the combination of brie and blackberries in these mini tarts. Bite-sized foods are always irresistible!
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Dori — Reply
Made these for Easter dinner today and they were a hit! Super easy too. Thanks for the great recipe
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Karie — Reply
Such an eye catching bite size snack. How do you recommend cooking in advance? Bake pie crust and Brie and add jam and blackberries just before serving?
I am Hoping to make them for a baby shower at the office. Thank you!
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Maebells — Reply
Hi Karie! These will be perfect for a baby shower! Yes, I would do just as you mentioned I would make the brie bites ahead of time and then put them jam on just before serving. I also made these again and garnished with a few mint leaves in addition the the jam and blackberries and it was perfect! Very fancy but super simple! 🙂
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zippy — Reply
Looks easy and yummy. How big are the pie crust rounds?
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Annie Holmes — Reply
I believe using two regular pie crusts will work for this. Since I have to use the gluten free version and it comes in a tub I am not sure. Just take a bit of the dough and press it into the rounds, they are so easy! 🙂
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Sara Welch — Reply
These look like little bites of heaven! Looking forward to impressing my family with these this Thanksgiving! Delish!
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Demeter — Reply
I’ll definitely be making these all holiday season long! I know they’ll be a huge hit.
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Cathy — Reply
I looooove Brie and these look like the perfect appetizer!
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Taylor — Reply
These are so cute and simple! Love anything with brie!
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Katerina @ diethood .com — Reply
WOW!! This looks like the perfect appetizer! I LOVE brie!!
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Catalina — Reply
What a great appetizer idea! I will make it for my Thanksgiving party!
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Karen — Reply
Has anyone tried this but with crescent dough instead?
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Annie Holmes — Reply
Hi Karen, we can’t do crescent roll dough because of a gluten allergy but I’m sure that would work just fine. I hope you enjoy!
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