Pin to Board A festive, elegantly wrapped brie cheese, baked in golden puff pastry shaped like a pine tree, filled with cranberry sauce and toasted pecans—perfect for holiday gatherings.
This is always a showstopper at our holiday parties and so simple to prepare!
Ingredients
- Dairy: 1 whole wheel of brie cheese (approx. 8 oz / 225 g)
- Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- Filling: 3 tablespoons cranberry sauce (whole berry or jam)
- Filling: 2 tablespoons toasted pecans, roughly chopped
- Topping: 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Topping: 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
- Topping: 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
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- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Unroll the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. With a sharp knife, cut out a large triangle (pine tree shape) big enough to completely cover the brie wheel, and set aside the scraps.
- Step 3:
- Place the brie in the center of the pastry. Spread cranberry sauce on top of the brie and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
- Step 4:
- Fold the pastry over the brie, shaping it into a pine tree. Use the pastry scraps to cut out small triangles or strips to create branches and decorate the tree as desired.
- Step 5:
- Carefully transfer the wrapped brie to the prepared baking sheet. Brush all over with beaten egg.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle with chopped rosemary if using, and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Step 7:
- Cool for 10 minutes. Optionally, drizzle with honey before serving.
- Step 8:
- Serve warm with crackers, apple slices, or fresh bread.
Brew fresh coffee easily to enjoy with breakfast recipes, desserts, or while meal prepping.
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Brew fresh coffee easily to enjoy with breakfast recipes, desserts, or while meal prepping.
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Pin to Board This recipe brings the whole family together every holiday season with joy and a bit of indulgence.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with crackers, apple slices, or fresh bread for a delightful appetizer.
Wine Pairing
Pairs wonderfully with sparkling wine or a dry white wine to enhance the festive mood.
Tips for Perfect Puff Pastry
Keep the puff pastry cold until ready to use and avoid overhandling to ensure a flaky crust.
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Enjoy this elegant appetizer that combines simple ingredients with festive charm.