Cranberry Brie Wreath
A festive and delicious appetizer that combines creamy brie, sweet cranberry sauce, and savory bacon wrapped in golden puff pastry. This Cranberry Brie Wreath is a holiday favorite, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Servings 4
Calories 400kcal
Cost $15
Equipment
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Rolling Pin
- 1 Pastry Brush
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry thawed
- 1 wheel of brie cheese cut into small chunks
- 8 slices of cooked bacon crumbled
- 1/2 cup of cranberry sauce
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (375°F).
Prepare Puff Pastry
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the puff pastry into triangular sections (like you would cut a pizza).
Assemble the Wreath
- Arrange the pastry triangles in a circle on a baking sheet, with the pointed ends facing outward, overlapping slightly to form a wreath shape.
- Place a chunk of brie cheese on the wide end of each triangle.
- Spoon a small amount of cranberry sauce over the brie.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the cranberry sauce.
Fold and Seal
- Fold the pointed end of each pastry triangle over the filling and tuck it under the wide end to seal, forming a wreath shape.
- Brush the top of the wreath with the beaten egg.
Bake
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Garnish
- Remove the wreath from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Remove the wreath from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Serve
- Serve warm and enjoy your festive Cranberry Brie Wreath!
Notes
Every Christmas, I take on the joyful task of preparing our family's holiday feast, and the Cranberry Brie Wreath has become a beloved staple.
This delightful appetizer is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a cherished part of our holiday traditions. My child loves helping me make this dish, and it brings us closer together every holiday season. Enjoy this festive recipe with your loved ones!