Holiday Brie
Unwrap the magic of the holiday season with this indulgent Holiday Brie recipe—a showstopping blend of creamy brie, buttery puff pastry, and sweet-tart cranberry sauce. Perfect for festive gatherings, this easy appetizer takes just 15 minutes to prepare and delivers an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. The brie is topped with a vibrant layer of cranberry sauce and optional chopped pecans for added crunch, then elegantly wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry and baked to perfection. Garnished with fresh rosemary for a decorative touch, it’s the ultimate centerpiece for your holiday spread. Serve it warm alongside crisp crackers or slices of baguette, and watch it disappear in moments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece round brie cheese (about 8 ounces)
- 1 piece frozen puff pastry sheet, thawed
- 0.33 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for dusting surface)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (for garnish, optional)
- 1 package crackers or sliced baguette (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly dust your working surface with the all-purpose flour, then roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to ensure it is large enough to fully wrap the brie.
Place the brie in the center of the puff pastry sheet.
Spread the cranberry sauce over the top of the brie in an even layer.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top of the cranberry sauce, if using.
Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry around the brie, fully enclosing it. Pinch the seams gently to seal them.
Place the wrapped brie seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the top and sides of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden, shiny finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove the baked brie from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving (this makes it easier to handle and prevents the cheese from overflowing).
Transfer the Holiday Brie to a serving platter and garnish with fresh rosemary if desired.
Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 69 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 145 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
