Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce
A warm, creamy wheel of brie enveloped in sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, perfect for festive gatherings.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
For the Brie
- 1 round 8-ounce cold brie cheese Make sure the brie is cold before baking.
- 1/3 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons packed light or dark brown sugar Can use either light or dark brown sugar.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped nuts Pistachios, almonds, walnuts, or pecans work well.
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary Optional for garnish.
For Serving
- assorted pieces store-bought or homemade crackers or crostini For serving with the baked brie.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, brown sugar, vanilla extract, orange zest, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Place the brie cheese in a baking dish and spoon the cranberry mixture generously over the top of the cheese.
Baking
- Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top for added crunch and flavor.
- Bake in the heated oven for 8 to 15 minutes, or until the brie is soft and gooey. Keep an eye on it to prevent overbaking.
Serving
- Serve immediately with an assortment of crackers or crostini, and if you used rosemary, feel free to discard it or replace it with fresh sprigs for garnish.
Notes
Consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar or a drizzle of honey for added flavor. You can also try different fruit sauces like raspberry or fig for variations.