Upside Down Cranberry Puffs with Butter Sauce

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet, tart, and buttery flavors with these Upside Down Cranberry Puffs with Butter Sauce! This show-stopping dessert combines flaky puff pastry, vibrant fresh cranberries, a hint of orange zest, and a touch of cinnamon for a cozy seasonal treat. Nestled in individual servings, the puffs bake upside down to create a caramelized cranberry topping that pairs beautifully with the luxurious homemade butter sauce—made with heavy cream and vanilla for a velvety finish. Ready in under an hour, these elegant yet easy-to-make pastries are perfect for holiday gatherings or a special winter brunch. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 sheets frozen puff pastry sheets
• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard muffin tin or individual ramekins with butter and set aside.

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut them into 8 equal squares (large enough to cover the tops of your muffin tin or ramekins). Chill until ready to use.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, and a pinch of salt over medium heat. Cook while stirring until the mixture is melted and thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add fresh cranberries, orange zest, and cinnamon to the saucepan. Stir until the cranberries are evenly coated and just begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cranberry mixture into the bottom of each muffin tin or ramekin.

Step 6

Place a square of puff pastry over the cranberry mixture in each tin or ramekin. Use your fingers to carefully press the pastry around the edges to seal.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 8

While the puffs are baking, prepare the butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

Step 9

Gradually whisk in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Once the puffs are done baking, allow them to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully invert the muffin tin or ramekins onto a plate to release the cranberry puffs.

Step 11

Drizzle the warm butter sauce over each puff and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2133.2

Total Fat 124.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 244mg	0%
Sodium 1097.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 154.2g
Protein 10.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 103.8mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 513.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.4%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 46.7%