Cranberry Baked Brie
This delicious Cranberry Baked Brie recipe is a simple and elegant appetizer for any Thanksgiving or Christmas celebrations. The warm, creamy texture of the baked brie pairs beautifully with the sweet-tart zing of the cranberries, for a balanced gooey delight thats hard to resist!
Looking for other holiday appetizers? Try my sausage balls with cream cheese, jalapeno popper cheese ball, or this quick and easy million dollar dip.
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Baked Brie with Cranberries & Walnuts
The cozy holiday pairing of cranberries, walnuts and brie cheese creates an indulgent brie cheese appetizer that is quick to make in 20 minutes!
Walnuts complement the brie cheese’s buttery, earthy flavor with their nutty taste, adding anther layer of crunchy texture and flavor.
Serve this baked brie appetizer for a simple crowd-pleasing gourmet treat thats a perfect appetizer for a party paired with wine during the holidays.
Ingredients
- Brie Cheese – wheel or round of Brie Cheese
- Fresh Cranberries
- Walnuts – roughly chopped
- Pistachios – roughly chopped (for the garnish)
- Honey – for drizzling or use maple syrup
- Rosemary – finely chopped
- Granulated Sugar – for caramelizing the walnuts
Substitutions & Variations: Change up the nuts with favorites like hazelnuts or pecans. Add dried fruit like raisins, dates or apricots. For topping options try fig jam, apricot jam or hot pepper jelly instead of cranberry sauce.
What Goes With Baked Brie?
Serve on a platter with sturdy crackers, apple slices, grapes, bagel chips, or sliced baguette!
How To Make Cranberry Baked Brie
Prep the Brie: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the brie in a small oven-safe dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Caramelize the Walnuts: In a small skillet over medium heat, add 1/4 cup granulated sugar and let it melt, stirring occasionally. Once the sugar is fully melted and turns golden brown, add the walnuts. Stir quickly to coat the walnuts in caramel, then transfer them to a sheet of parchment paper to cool and harden.
Prepare the Cranberry Topping: In a small saucepan over medium heat, add fresh cranberries, 2 tablespoons honey, and rosemary. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to soften and burst, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assemble and Bake: Spoon the cranberry mixture on top of the brie, pressing gently to keep it in place. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the brie is softened and gooey.
Finish with Honey and Pistachios: Remove the brie from the oven and immediately drizzle it with extra honey. Top with the caramelized walnuts and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
Serve: Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices.
Handy tips!
Use brie COLD from the fridge and use a whole wheel of brie instead of just a wedge of brie from Costco.
Storage And Reheating Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.
To reheat, place in baking dish and reheat at 350°F until melted.
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Baked Brie With Cranberries
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
Description
This delicious Cranberry Baked Brie recipe is a simple and elegant appetizer for any Thanksgiving or Christmas celebrations. The warm, creamy texture of the baked brie pairs beautifully with the sweet-tart zing of the cranberries, for a balanced gooey delight thats hard to resist!
Ingredients
1 round of Brie cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
1/4 cup pistachios, roughly chopped (for garnish)
2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for caramelizing walnuts)
Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices.
Instructions
- Prep the Brie: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the brie in a small oven-safe dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Caramelize the Walnuts: In a small skillet over medium heat, add 1/4 cup granulated sugar and let it melt, stirring occasionally. Once the sugar is fully melted and turns golden brown, add the walnuts. Stir quickly to coat the walnuts in caramel, then transfer them to a sheet of parchment paper to cool and harden.
- Prepare the Cranberry Topping: In a small saucepan over medium heat, add fresh cranberries, 2 tablespoons honey, and rosemary. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to soften and burst, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble and Bake: Spoon the cranberry mixture on top of the brie, pressing gently to keep it in place. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the brie is softened and gooey.
- Finish with Honey and Pistachios: Remove the brie from the oven and immediately drizzle it with extra honey. Top with the caramelized walnuts and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
- Serve: Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices.
Notes
Storage & reheating instructions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. To reheat, place in baking dish and reheat at 350°F until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
