Paula Deen's Cranberry Brie

Elevate your holiday entertaining with Paula Deen's Cranberry Brie, a show-stopping appetizer that combines creamy, melty brie with the tart sweetness of cranberry sauce, all wrapped in a golden, flaky puff pastry. This easy and elegant recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep time and features optional chopped pecans for added crunch and nuttiness. Perfect for impressing guests at festive gatherings, this baked cranberry brie is brushed with an egg wash for a stunning, shiny finish and pairs beautifully with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a cozy night in, this irresistible brie en croûte is a must-try crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 piece (8-ounce) Brie cheese wheel
• 0.5 cup Cranberry sauce
• 1 piece (thawed) Puff pastry sheet
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 0.25 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 tablespoon (for dusting) Flour

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and roll out the puff pastry sheet to ensure it's even and large enough to wrap around the brie.

Step 3

Place the brie wheel at the center of the puff pastry. Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the top of the brie. If using, sprinkle chopped pecans on top of the cranberry sauce.

Step 4

Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the brie, pinching the seams together to ensure it's completely enclosed. Trim any excess pastry, if needed.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash all over the surface of the puff pastry to give it a golden, shiny finish.

Step 6

Place the wrapped brie on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

Step 7

Remove the brie from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(727.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2735.1

Total Fat 190.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 431.2mg	0%
Sodium 2670.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.6g
Protein 74.1g	0%

Vitamin D 99.1IU	0%
Calcium 474.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 785.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.5%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 26.7%