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Brie Wrapped in Puff Pastry with Pecans and Cranberries

Brie Wrapped in Puff Pastry with Pecans and Cranberries is a decadent appetizer featuring creamy brie enveloped in flaky pastry. Topped with toasted pecans, brown sugar, and cranberries, it’s baked to golden perfection, perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie sheet
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup chopped pecans
  • 8 oz brie wheel
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 egg
  • 1 sheet puff pastry trimmed
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet until it's slightly thinner, using flour as needed but avoiding excess.
    This image shows a puff pastry sheet being rolled out on a floured surface until it's slightly thinner, with flour added as needed to prevent sticking.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter with pecans and cinnamon, toasting until lightly golden.
    This image shows pecans and cinnamon being toasted in a small saucepan with melted butter until lightly golden.
  • Be cautious not to burn the nuts, then set aside for assembly.
  • Trim about 2 inches from one short side of the pastry.
  • Place the brie in the center, followed by the toasted pecans, brown sugar, and dried cranberries.
    This image shows a wheel of brie placed in the center of the rolled-out pastry, topped with toasted pecans, brown sugar, and dried cranberries.
  • Fold the puff pastry over the brie and toppings, using a little water on your fingers to seal any openings.
  • Brush the entire pastry with a beaten egg.
    This image shows the entire puff pastry being brushed with beaten egg to give it a golden, shiny finish during baking.
  • Bake on a parchment-lined cookie sheet for 35 to 40 minutes, keeping an eye on the bottom to prevent over-baking.
    This image shows the pastry-wrapped brie baking on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  • Serve warm on a charcuterie board, alongside crackers, or on its own.
    This image shows the golden-baked Brie Wrapped in Puff Pastry, served warm on a charcuterie board alongside crackers, or ready to enjoy on its own.

Notes

  • Experiment with different nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, for a unique taste.