Description
Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful and indulgent appetizer that combines the creaminess of brie cheese with the tartness of cranberry sauce, all nestled within a warm, freshly baked boule. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a cozy evening at home. Its impressive presentation and flavor explosion make it an instant crowd-pleaser, inviting everyone to pull apart and savor each gooey bite. Ideal for sharing, this recipe can be prepared ahead of time, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large boule
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 (8 oz) wheel brie cheese, cut into strips
- 1 (15 oz) can whole-berry cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a serrated knife, create crosshatch cuts in the boule without cutting through the bottom.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the herb butter generously over the boule, ensuring it seeps into all cuts.
- Stuff each opening with strips of brie followed by spoonfuls of cranberry sauce.
- Wrap the stuffed boule in foil and bake for approximately 20 minutes until warm and melty.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of bread (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg