Cranberry Baked Brie
Cranberry Baked Brie is an irresistible appetizer that features creamy brie cheese enveloped in flaky puff pastry, topped with sweet-tart cranberry sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, this warm and gooey delight promises to be the star of your table. With its stunning presentation and delicious flavor combination, guests will be clamoring for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round wheel of Brie cheese (8 oz)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional, toasted)
- 1 tbsp honey (for drizzling)
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.
- Center the brie on the pastry and sprinkle walnuts around it if using.
- Spoon cranberry sauce generously over the brie, then drizzle with honey.
- Fold the pastry over the brie, sealing the edges tightly to avoid leaks.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix herbs like thyme or rosemary into your cranberry sauce. - You can assemble this recipe in advance and refrigerate before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.