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Perfect Baked Brie with Cranberry and Pecans

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An easy and elegant appetizer featuring creamy baked brie topped with tart cranberry sauce and toasted pecans, wrapped in flaky puff pastry.

Ingredients

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  • 1 wheel Brie cheese (about 8 ounces / 225 grams)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 8x8 inches / 20x20 cm)
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (120 ml), homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup fresh pecans (50 grams), roughly chopped and toasted
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • A few sprigs fresh thyme for garnish (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, a pinch to season pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Toss frequently for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet into a roughly 10×10 inch (25×25 cm) square.
  4. Place the brie wheel in the center of the pastry. Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the brie, then sprinkle the toasted pecans and orange zest on top.
  5. Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the brie, pleating as needed to seal completely. Trim any excess pastry if necessary. Flip the wrapped brie seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush the puff pastry lightly with the beaten egg using a pastry brush.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the cranberry sauce bubbles slightly.
  8. Let the baked brie cool for about 5 minutes on the tray before serving.
  9. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if using, and serve warm with sliced baguette, crackers, or fresh fruit.

Notes

If puff pastry browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. Let the baked brie rest before serving to avoid cheese spill. For gluten-free, omit puff pastry and bake brie in an oven-safe dish. Vegan versions can use plant-based brie and vegan puff pastry.

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Keywords: baked brie, cranberry, pecans, appetizer, easy, elegant, holiday, puff pastry, cheese, nuts

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