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Perfect Baked Brie with Cranberries and Pecans

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A warm, gooey baked brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry, topped with caramelized cranberries and toasted pecans for a sweet and savory appetizer perfect for entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 wheel of Brie cheese (8 ounces, whole wheel, room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (if using frozen, thaw and drain first)
  • 1/4 cup pecans (roughly chopped, toasted)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • Optional: honey drizzle for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cranberries, chopped pecans, brown sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Toss gently until evenly coated. Set aside.
  3. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth any creases, about 10×10 inches. Trim edges if needed to fit around the brie.
  4. Place the wheel of brie in the center of the puff pastry. Spoon the cranberry-pecan mixture evenly on top of the brie, avoiding overloading.
  5. Fold the puff pastry up and over the brie, pinching edges to seal completely. Trim any excess pastry and tuck under the bottom to create a neat package.
  6. Brush the pastry surface lightly with beaten egg using a pastry brush.
  7. Place the wrapped brie on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest on a cooling rack for 5-7 minutes to allow the cheese to set slightly.
  9. Serve warm, drizzled with honey if desired, alongside crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit.

Notes

If puff pastry browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking. Keep brie at room temperature before wrapping for perfect melting. Toast pecans in a dry skillet for 4-5 minutes to enhance flavor. Score the puff pastry top for decorative effect if desired. For gluten-free, use gluten-free puff pastry or phyllo dough. Vegan versions require vegan brie and puff pastry alternatives.

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Keywords: baked brie, cranberries, pecans, appetizer, easy entertaining, holiday recipe, puff pastry, sweet and savory

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