Description
A festive and delicious Brie Cheese and Cranberry Christmas Wreath that combines creamy brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and flaky puff pastry, elegantly adorned with fresh rosemary. Perfect as an appetizer for holiday gatherings, this easy-to-make wreath is both visually stunning and irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz brie cheese (sliced into wedges)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry recommended)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut it into 8 to 10 triangular sections. Arrange these triangles in a circular pattern on the baking sheet with the pointed ends facing outward, forming the base of the wreath.
- Add Filling: Place slices of brie cheese around the inner ring of the pastry circle, then spoon cranberry sauce over the brie to create a delicious, flavorful filling.
- Form the Wreath: Fold the outer pointed tips of each triangle inward over the brie and cranberry filling, tucking the ends under the inner edge of the circle to create a wreath shape with filled pockets.
- Apply Egg Wash and Rosemary: Lightly beat the egg and brush it over the surface of the pastry to help it brown beautifully during baking. Sprinkle the chopped fresh rosemary evenly on top for an aromatic and festive touch.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and crisp. Serve the wreath warm to enjoy the melty brie and vibrant cranberry flavors.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed for easier handling and to ensure even baking.
- Use whole berry cranberry sauce for better texture and bursts of flavor.
- If you don’t have fresh rosemary, dried rosemary can be used but use it sparingly as it’s more concentrated.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free puff pastry if available.
- Serve immediately for best taste, as the pastry may lose crispness when cooled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Brie Cheese Wreath, Cranberry Appetizer, Holiday Wreath, Christmas Appetizer, Puff Pastry Recipe, Festive Cheese Wreath
