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Cranberry Baked Brie

Melty Cranberry Baked Brie That's Perfect for Holidays

This Cranberry Baked Brie is a warm, gooey appetizer that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cranberry Sauce
  • 12 oz Fresh Cranberries Feel free to substitute with store-bought if short on time.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Grand Marnier Can be replaced with orange juice or omitted.
  • 1/2 cup Water Necessary for sauce consistency.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Enhances flavor with citrus brightness.
  • 1 tbsp Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Adds a fresh and tangy note.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Infuses an aromatic layer.
  • 1/2 tsp Chinese Five Spice Optional for unique flavor twist.
For the Brie Bake
  • 8 oz Brie Cheese Choose a small wheel for easy serving.
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Walnuts Substitute with pecans or omit for nut-free.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Amplifies sweetness.
  • 1/2 tsp Flaky Sea Salt Enhances overall flavors.
For Serving
  • 1 box Crackers Pairs perfectly with warm brie.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium Saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Serving Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Baked Brie
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, water, Grand Marnier, orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, and rosemary. Simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes until the cranberries burst.
  3. Lightly score a diamond pattern on the top of the brie cheese, about 1/8 inch deep. Place the scored brie on the lined baking sheet.
  4. Spread half of the cranberry sauce over the top of the brie and bake for 8-10 minutes until gooey.
  5. Carefully transfer the hot brie to a serving board, topping it with the remaining cranberry sauce, walnuts, honey, and flaky sea salt.
  6. Serve the warm brie with an assortment of crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Bake the brie close to serving time for best results and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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