Description
Delight in this festive and elegant appetizer featuring creamy baked Brie topped with sweet-tart cranberry sauce and crunchy pistachios. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this baked Brie recipe comes together in under 15 minutes and offers a warm, melty cheese experience with a burst of seasonal flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounce round Brie cheese
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons roughly chopped pistachios
- Optional garnish: fresh herb sprigs and orange zest
Instructions
- Prep the Brie. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or prepare a Brie baker, then place the whole round of Brie cheese onto it, setting the stage for baking.
- Top and bake. Spoon the cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the Brie. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese becomes soft and melty, ready to delight your guests.
- Serve and garnish. Remove the Brie from the oven and sprinkle with the chopped pistachios for a nice crunch. Add optional fresh herb sprigs and a touch of orange zest to brighten the presentation before serving.
Notes
- This baked Brie with cranberry sauce is an ideal holiday appetizer that’s quick and impressive.
- The melty texture combined with sweet cranberry and crunchy pistachios makes a perfect balance of flavors.
- You can use store-bought cranberry sauce for convenience or make your own for extra freshness.
- Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit to complete your appetizer platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 192 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 239 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg
