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Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups

Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups
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Festive Christmas Cranberry Roll Ups are a delightful holiday treat featuring flaky puff pastry filled with a tangy, spiced cranberry mixture. Perfectly balancing sweet and tart flavors with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, these bite-sized roll ups are easy to prepare, visually festive, and versatile for any holiday occasion.

Ingredients

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Puff Pastry Base

  • 2 sheets of chilled puff pastry
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Cranberry Filling

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cranberry Filling: Combine fresh cranberries, sugar, orange zest, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  2. Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a work surface and gently roll out the chilled puff pastry sheets to smooth any creases while keeping the dough cold to preserve flakiness.
  3. Assemble the Roll Ups: Spread the cooled cranberry filling evenly on each pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges. Carefully roll the pastry into a tight log, then use a sharp knife to slice the log into even pieces showing the cranberry swirl.
  4. Apply Egg Wash and Bake: Place the slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush each with beaten egg wash for a golden finish, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Keep puff pastry cold to ensure flaky layers.
  • Do not overfill the pastry to prevent leaking during baking.
  • Chill the assembled rolls for 10 minutes before baking to help them hold their shape.
  • Use fresh, firm cranberries for best texture and flavor.
  • Watch closely during the last minutes of baking to avoid over-browning.

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Keywords: Christmas, Cranberry, Puff Pastry, Holiday Snack, Festive Appetizer, Spiced Cranberry Roll Ups

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