Cranberry Baked Brie
This cranberry baked brie appetizer is a flavorful combination of creamy, melty brie, tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy candied pecans. Topped with a drizzle of honey, it’s an easy dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
Baked brie appetizers are popular dishes during the holidays, and our cranberry baked brie is no exception! The rich, buttery brie melts so perfectly, making it a great base for tangy cranberry sauce, sweet candied pecans, and a touch of honey.
Whether you’re serving it for the holidays or an easy brunch, this baked brie will be the star of your appetizer spread. You can even make it with my homemade candied pecans and cranberry sauce to add a personal touch to your dish. It’s an easy recipe that will have everyone coming back for more.
How to Make Cranberry Baked Brie
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Line a small, oven-safe skillet with parchment paper and place the brie in the skillet. Cut slits across the top of the brie and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, until the brie is soft and melty.
- While the brie bakes, warm the cranberry sauce in a small pan over low heat.
- Remove the brie from the oven and top with warm cranberry sauce, chopped pecans, and a drizzle of honey.
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and a pinch of flaky salt.
- Serve immediately with the toasted baguette slices.
Do you need to remove the rind on brie before baking?
Nope! You don’t need to remove the rind before baking. The rind is edible and helps keep the brie together as it melts. Once baked, the rind becomes soft and blends beautifully with the creamy interior.
How long can I store leftover baked brie?
If you have any leftovers (which is rare!), store the baked brie in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can reheat it gently in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until the brie softens again.
Other Appetizer Recipes
- Sugared Cranberries and Rosemary
- Baked Goat Cheese
- Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels
- Puff Pastry Cheese Straws
- Prosciutto and Melon
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Ingredients
- 7 ounce baguette, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounce brie cheese round
- ½ cup cranberry sauce with whole cranberries, homemade or store-bought
- ⅓ cup candied pecans, or walnuts (roughly chopped)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
- Flaky salt, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a parchment lined baking sheet and brush them lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.7 ounce baguette
- Line a small, oven-safe skillet with parchment paper and place the brie in the skillet. Cut some slits across the top, and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.8 ounce brie cheese round
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. In the meantime, heat the cranberry sauce in a small pan over low heat until warmed through.½ cup cranberry sauce with whole cranberries
- Remove the cheese from the oven and top with warm cranberry sauce, chopped pecans, and a drizzle of honey. Add fresh thyme and a pinch of flaky salt for garnish.2 tablespoons honey⅓ cup candied pecans
- Serve immediately with the toasted bread slices.
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Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card. Actual calories will vary.
- Our recipe typically serves about 6-8 people with serving sizes being about 2-3 slices of baguette with about 1 ounce of brie and toppings per person.
- See our nutrition disclaimer.