Baked Brie with Cranberries – A Christmas Appetizer You’ll Love!
Baked Brie with Cranberries is the ultimate festive appetizer that transforms any holiday gathering into a memorable experience. This delectable dish features a warm, gooey wheel of brie topped with tart cranberries and drizzled with honey, creating a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. Served alongside crispy baguette slices or crackers, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings joy to family dinners and elegant parties alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) wheel of brie cheese
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped
- Baguette or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the brie in the center of the baking sheet and score the top in a crisscross pattern.
- In a bowl, combine cranberries, nuts, honey, and herbs. Spread this mixture on top of the brie.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is soft and bubbly.
- Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices or crackers for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of baked brie (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg