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Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce (Holiday Appetizer) Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International

Description

This Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce is a festive and elegant holiday appetizer featuring a warm, gooey wheel of brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry and topped with a homemade tangy cranberry sauce. Perfect for entertaining, this easy-to-make recipe combines sweet, tart, and savory flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cranberry Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

Baked Brie

  • 1 wheel (about 8 ounces) brie cheese, pat dry
  • 1 sheet thawed puff pastry
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
  • Toasted baguette slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cranberry sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and chopped rosemary. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside to keep warm.
  2. Season and wrap the brie: Pat the brie dry with a paper towel. Lightly sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the brie. Place the brie in the center of the thawed puff pastry sheet. Fold the pastry carefully over the brie, sealing the edges tightly and trimming any excess pastry. Brush the top of the wrapped brie with the beaten egg to give it a golden shine when baked.
  3. Bake the brie: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the wrapped brie on it. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the cheese inside is visibly soft and bubbling.
  4. Plate and serve: Carefully transfer the hot brie to a serving platter. Drizzle the warm cranberry sauce around the brie. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs. Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices and a sturdy cheese knife for scooping.

Notes

  • Allow the puff pastry to thaw completely before wrapping the brie to prevent tearing.
  • The cranberry sauce can be made a day ahead and reheated before serving.
  • This appetizer can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
  • For added flavor, sprinkle some chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts inside the pastry before wrapping the brie.
  • Wrap and freeze the assembled brie in puff pastry for up to 3 months; bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/baked-brie-with-cranberry-sauce-holiday-appetizer-recipe/