Description

Cranberry Baked Brie is a warm, elegant appetizer made with creamy Brie cheese wrapped in golden puff pastry, topped with sweet-tart cranberry sauce and optional nuts. It’s festive, easy to make, and perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

1 whole wheel of Brie cheese (about 8 oz)
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen
1/3 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (optional, for garnish)
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional drizzle)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
Place the Brie wheel in the center of the pastry.
Top the Brie with cranberry sauce and chopped nuts if using.
Fold the pastry up over the Brie, pleating to seal.
Flip the wrapped Brie so the seam is on the bottom and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the pastry with egg wash.
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with herbs and drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.

Notes

Assemble a few hours ahead and bake just before serving.Omit nuts for a nut-free version.Use phyllo instead of puff pastry for a flakier crust.Try fig jam or apricot preserves in place of cranberry sauce.Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 wheel
Calories: 210
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg