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Crispy Baked Brie Recipe with Cranberry Sauce and Pecans Easy Party Appetizer

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A quick and easy party appetizer featuring creamy brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry, topped with tangy homemade cranberry sauce and toasted pecans for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8-ounce) wheel of creamy brie cheese, rind on
  • 1 package puff pastry sheets (usually contains two sheets), thawed
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (100 g)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (67 g)
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
  • 1/2 cup roughly chopped toasted pecans (50 g)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the cranberry sauce: In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in orange zest if using, and let cool.
  2. Toast the pecans: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add chopped pecans and toast, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  3. Prepare the puff pastry and brie: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one sheet of thawed puff pastry to smooth out creases. Place the brie wheel in the center of the pastry.
  4. Assemble the brie: Spread a few spoonfuls of cooled cranberry sauce on top of the brie. Sprinkle toasted pecans evenly over the sauce. Fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the brie, sealing it completely. Trim any excess pastry if needed. Flip the wrapped brie seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Apply egg wash: Brush the entire pastry surface with beaten egg to get a golden finish. Optionally, score the top gently with a knife to create a decorative pattern without cutting through to the cheese.
  6. Bake the brie: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the brie inside is melted, about 20-25 minutes. Check around 15 minutes to avoid over-browning.
  7. Rest and serve: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired, and serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.

Notes

Chill puff pastry if it becomes sticky to make handling easier. Let the baked brie rest before slicing to prevent cheese from running out. Make cranberry sauce ahead and store in fridge to speed up assembly. Toast pecans evenly to avoid burnt flavor. Use a sharp serrated knife for clean slicing.

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Keywords: baked brie, cranberry sauce, pecans, party appetizer, holiday appetizer, puff pastry, easy appetizer, cheese appetizer

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