Cranberry Baked Brie
Cranberry Baked Brie is a show-stopping appetizer that brings together rich, creamy brie cheese and tangy cranberry sauce, all wrapped in a flaky puff pastry. Warm and gooey, this delectable dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With minimal effort, you can create a memorable starter that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 wheel (8 oz) Brie cheese
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and place the brie wheel in the center.
- Spread cranberry sauce generously over the brie.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top of the cranberry sauce.
- Fold the pastry edges over the brie, pinching seams to seal.
- Place the wrapped brie on the baking sheet and brush with beaten egg.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Drizzle with honey before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 246mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by mixing in fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme along with the nuts. For a sweeter twist, substitute fig jam for cranberry sauce.