# What You'll Need:
→ Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites
01 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
02 - 4 ounces brie cheese, cut into 24 small cubes
03 - 4 tablespoons cranberry sauce
04 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
05 - Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
→ Mini Caprese Skewers
06 - 12 cherry tomatoes
07 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
08 - 12 fresh basil leaves
09 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Spiced Moroccan Meatballs
12 - 1.1 pounds ground beef or lamb
13 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
14 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
16 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
17 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
18 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
19 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
20 - ½ teaspoon salt
21 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
22 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for frying
23 - ⅓ cup plain yogurt, for dipping
24 - 1 teaspoon harissa paste (optional, to mix into yogurt)
# Method Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Cut the puff pastry sheet into 24 squares and place each into a mini muffin tin. Add one brie cube and half a teaspoon of cranberry sauce per square. Brush the pastry edges with beaten egg. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until golden. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
03 - Thread a cherry tomato, a fresh basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Arrange skewers on a platter. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Combine ground meat, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Form mixture into 24 small meatballs.
05 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
06 - Mix plain yogurt with harissa paste, if using, for a flavorful dipping sauce.
07 - Arrange the puff pastry bites, Caprese skewers, and meatballs on festive platters. Serve warm or at room temperature.
