Description
Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie is a show-stopping appetizer that combines creamy, melted Brie cheese with sweet-tart cranberry sauce and crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm with fresh baguette slices or your favorite crackers for a delightful experience that will leave guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round Brie cheese (8 oz)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
- Baguette slices or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the Brie on the prepared baking sheet and score the top lightly in a crisscross pattern.
- Spoon cranberry sauce over the Brie and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
- Drizzle honey on top and add fresh thyme.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melty and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm with baguette slices or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg