Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce (Holiday Appetizer)
Gooey, sweet, and perfect for late-night holiday snacking, this baked brie with cranberry sauce offers a delightful combination of creamy cheese and tart sweetness, enhanced with a touch of honey and optional rosemary and nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 1 wheel Brie
Toppings
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- Optional: fresh rosemary sprigs
- Optional: nuts (such as walnuts or pecans), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and place the brie wheel in a small baking dish suitable for the oven.
- Score the Brie: Lightly score the top rind of the brie with a sharp knife to help the cheese melt evenly and allow flavors to penetrate.
- Add Toppings: Spoon the cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the brie. Drizzle honey over the cranberry sauce to add a glossy finish and a touch of sweetness.
- Bake: Bake the brie in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is soft in the center and just beginning to ooze slightly when gently pressed.
- Rest and Serve: Let the baked brie rest for 5 minutes to allow it to set slightly. Garnish with optional rosemary and chopped nuts if desired. Serve warm with crackers or slices of bread for dipping.
Notes
- Do not overbake to avoid the cheese melting completely and losing its shape.
- Use fresh or well-strained cranberry sauce for the best texture.
- Pair with crusty bread, water crackers, or a mild-flavored cracker to complement the brie.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle a few fresh rosemary leaves on top before baking or after resting.
- This appetizer is best served warm.