Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin with nonstick spray or butter.
Cut the puff pastry: Unfold the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Gently roll it to smooth out the seams.
Cut into 24 small squares (about 2 inches each).
Make the jam mixture: In a small bowl, stir together the berry jam, honey, lemon zest, and vanilla. This adds brightness and depth without overpowering the brie.
Assemble the cups: Press a puff pastry square into each muffin cup to form a little shell. Add a small cube of brie to each, then top with about 1/2 teaspoon of the jam mixture.
Brush with egg wash: Lightly brush the exposed pastry with beaten egg for a glossy, golden finish.
Bake: Bake for 13–16 minutes, until the pastry is puffed and golden and the cheese is melted.
If any overflow happens, don’t stress—it still tastes amazing.
Finish: Let the bites cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle with a little extra honey, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and finish with fresh herbs. Add a fresh berry on top if you like.
Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature.
They’ll stay crisp for a couple of hours, making them perfect for a party spread.