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This Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie tastes amazing, is SO EASY to make, and is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. It’s a delicious holiday appetizer!
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Baked Brie is hands-down my favorite holiday appetizer. It looks and tastes super sophisticated, but it takes minutes to make and has very few ingredients. This recipe pairs creamy, tangy cheese with tart cranberry sauce, sweet honey, crunchy pecans, and fragrant fresh rosemary.
Ingredients in Baked Brie
- Brie Cheese Wheel – Brie cheese is a melty cheese with a mild, buttery, creamy taste. It is encased in a rind of white mold. I know what you are thinking….MOLD? Yes, mold. But, unlike other mold, this one won’t make you sick. It is a type of edible mold that adds texture and so much flavor to the cheese. I know it sounds weird, but trust me it is so delicious!
- Honey – A drizzle of honey adds sweetness to the Baked Brie.
- Cranberry Sauce – Make your own, or use the stuff from the can.
- Chopped Pecans – Pecans give this dish a bit of a crunch!
- Fresh Rosemary – Rosemary pairs so perfectly with the cranberry and brie flavors. Plus, it makes it look festive and fancy!
Variations
Baked Brie is a very versatile recipe! Try it with the toppings above or try some of our other favorites, listed below.
- Maple Syrup
- Apricot Jam
- Raspberry Jam
- Fig Jam
- Pumpkin Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Walnuts
- Pistachios
- Macadamia Nuts
- Fresh Herbs like Fresh Thyme or Sage
- For Brie En Croute: Wrap the whole thing (cheese, cranberry sauce, pecans, rosemary) in puff pastry dough and brush with an egg wash. Bake until pastry is golden brown and flaky.
Recipe Tip
You have about 20 minutes from the time the baked brie comes out of the oven to enjoy the perfect, dippable texture. So, make sure to bake just before serving. Also, make sure to have your dipping items prepped and ready!
Frequently Asked Questions about Baked Brie
When serving this appetizer at a party we like to put out a serving platter of dipping options. This includes apple slices, crackers, and sliced baguette.
No, you leave the rind on during baking. The rind helps the cheese maintain its shape in the oven. If desired, you can cut off the top of the rind, but leave the sides and bottom on.
Baked Brie is best when it is hot! It is the perfect dipping and spreadable texture when it is hot.
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Baked Brie
Ingredients
- 8 ounce brie cheese wheel
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- fresh rosemary
- crackers, apple slices, and sliced baguette for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Use a sharp knife to score the top of the brie. Place on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper, or a small casserole dish.
- Top with honey, cranberry sauce, pecans, and fresh rosemary.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes. The cheese should be soft, but not completely melted out of shape. Move to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Notes
- You have about 20 minutes from the time the baked brie comes out of the oven to enjoy the perfect, dippable texture. So, make sure to bake just before serving. Have your dipping items prepped and ready!
- When serving Baked Brie at a party we like to put out a serving platter of dipping options. This includes apple slices, crackers, and sliced baguette.
- The rind helps the cheese maintain its shape in the oven. If desired, you can cut off the top of the rind, but leave the sides and bottom on.
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