Brie Cheese and Cranberry Christmas Wreath
A festive and flavorful appetizer featuring creamy Brie cheese and tart cranberry sauce, shaped like a wreath for a stunning holiday presentation.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 wheel Brie cheese
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 each egg for egg wash
- to taste fresh rosemary or thyme optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean countertop and preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the sheet of puff pastry until it’s about 1/8th inch thick.
Assembly
- Place the wheel of Brie in the center of the rolled-out pastry.
- Spoon 1/2 cup of cranberry sauce generously over the Brie.
- Carefully cut the pastry into strips around the Brie, leaving about 2 inches of space.
- Begin folding the strips over the cheese and cranberries, overlapping as you create the classic wreath shape.
- In a small bowl, beat one egg to prepare the egg wash.
- Using a pastry brush, generously apply the egg wash over the folded pastry strips.
Baking
- Place the prepared wreath in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
- Once baked, remove the wreath from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme before serving.
Notes
Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruits. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best results.