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The ultimate baked Brie with cranberry sauce — a cozy, festive holiday appetizer that’s ready in under 10 minutes, featuring a creamy Brie wheel topped with bright cranberry sauce, crunchy pistachios, and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounce round Brie cheese
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 2 tablespoons roughly chopped pistachios
  • Optional garnish: fresh herb sprigs (such as rosemary, thyme, or tarragon) and orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the Brie wheel on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in a Brie baker.
  2. Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the Brie wheel.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the Brie is warm, soft, and melty.
  4. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
  5. Add fresh herb sprigs and orange zest as garnish if desired.
  6. Let the baked Brie sit for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow it to cool slightly for easy dipping.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, pair the baked Brie with garlic rosemary crackers for added flavor and crunch., Swap the cranberry sauce for other jams or spreads like fig jam, spicy hot honey, or a tangy chia seed jam to customize the flavor., After baking, serve with crackers, sliced fruits, or build a cheese board with cured meats like salami and fresh fruit for a festive presentation., Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few days., Reheat leftovers gently in the microwave or oven until soft and melty, preferably contained in a small dish to prevent mess.

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