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Mummy Brie with Puff Pastry and Cranberries Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Mummy Brie recipe is a spooky and delicious appetizer perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry and filled with sweet cherry jam, the creamy brie cheese creates a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors. Decorated to look like a mummy with dried cranberry eyes, this baked brie is both impressive and easy to prepare, making it an ideal addition to your grazing board or party spread.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese

  • 8 oz wheel of brie

Pastry

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (can substitute homemade puff pastry if desired)

Fillings and Toppings

  • 3 tbsp cherry jam or preserves
  • 2 dried cranberries or raisins (for eyes)

Glaze

  • 1 egg yolk
  • splash of water

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pastry: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes until it becomes soft and pliable but remains cold.
  2. Prepare the Brie: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a shallow ring around the top of the brie wheel and remove the top rind. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of cherry jam onto the exposed surface of the brie, being careful not to overfill. Replace the top rind and set the brie aside.
  3. Wrap the Brie: On a cold surface, roll out the softened puff pastry sheet using a rolling pin to flatten slightly. Cut the dough into strips using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Wrap these strips around the brie to resemble a mummy’s bandages, leaving some gaps for the eyes. Place the wrapped brie on a baking dish. Using a knife, cut two small slits for the eyes and insert dried cranberries or raisins into these slits.
  4. Egg Wash and Bake: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and a splash of water to create an egg wash. Brush this mixture evenly over the puff pastry, avoiding the eye area to keep the eyes visible. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-24 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the brie is soft and bubbly.
  5. Serve: Remove the Mummy Brie from the oven and serve warm with fresh fruit and crusty bread. Enjoy this festive and tasty appetizer!

Notes

  • This Mummy Brie is the perfect Halloween appetizer that doubles as a fun centerpiece for your party table.
  • Serve with fresh fruit like apple slices, grapes, or figs and crusty bread for an irresistible grazing board.
  • Make sure not to overfill the brie with jam to avoid spillage during baking.
  • You can substitute cherry jam with any other fruit preserves like raspberry, apricot, or fig depending on your taste preferences.
  • For best results, keep the puff pastry cold until just before wrapping the brie to ensure a flaky crust.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/10th of recipe)
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Find it online: https://littlespoonbites.com/mummy-brie-with-puff-pastry-and-cranberries-recipe/