Description
A simple and elegant cranberry and brie appetizer perfect for any gathering. The sweet-tart cranberry sauce pairs perfectly with creamy brie on crisp crackers or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel of brie (8 oz)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Crackers or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the brie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese softens.
- Remove from oven and top with cranberry sauce, nuts, honey, and thyme.
- Return to oven for 2-3 minutes to warm toppings.
- Serve immediately with crackers or bread.
Notes
- Let the brie sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking for even melting.
- Use fresh cranberry sauce for the best flavor.
- Substitute almonds or pistachios for a different crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice with toppings
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cranberry brie appetizer, easy holiday recipe, baked brie