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Crispy Brie and Cranberry Puff Pastry Wreath

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A quick and easy holiday appetizer featuring flaky puff pastry filled with creamy brie, tart cranberry sauce, and fragrant rosemary, baked into a festive wreath shape.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 8 oz brie cheese, rind on or off, cut into small wedges
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce, whole berry or homemade
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (optional, for brushing rosemary on pastry)
  • Flour for dusting the surface
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and gently roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to smooth any creases, aiming for roughly a 12-inch (30 cm) square.
  3. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut a 10-inch (25 cm) diameter circle from the pastry. Then, cut a smaller 4-inch (10 cm) circle from the center, creating a doughnut shape.
  4. Lightly score lines about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart around the outer ring without cutting all the way through.
  5. Mix chopped rosemary with olive oil or melted butter, then brush it generously over the entire surface of the pastry ring.
  6. Place small wedges of brie evenly around the ring, leaving a little space between each piece. Spread cranberry sauce over the brie, and sprinkle chopped nuts if using.
  7. Carefully place the smaller pastry circle back over the filling, pressing lightly to seal. Trim edges if needed.
  8. Cut the outer ring into strips between the scored lines, twist each strip a few times, and press the ends to the base to maintain shape.
  9. Brush the entire wreath with beaten egg.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is puffed, golden, and crispy, and the brie inside is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let the wreath rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold until ready to roll to prevent tearing. Do not overload filling to avoid sogginess. Brush an extra layer of egg wash halfway through baking for a crispier crust. Let cool slightly before slicing to prevent cheese from spilling. Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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Keywords: brie, cranberry, puff pastry, holiday appetizer, rosemary, easy appetizer, festive wreath, quick snack

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