Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie
Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie is a decadent appetizer that combines creamy brie, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy pecans, all baked to gooey perfection. This dish not only pleases the palate but also serves as an inviting centerpiece for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round wheel of brie cheese (approximately 8 oz)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade preferred)
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans
- 2 tbsp honey (preferably organic)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the brie on a parchment-lined baking sheet and score the top lightly in a crosshatch pattern.
- Spoon cranberry sauce generously over the top of the brie.
- Sprinkle toasted pecans evenly over the cranberry sauce and drizzle with honey.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve warm with crackers or bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 55g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For variation, replace cranberries with apricots or add a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 300°F until warmed through.