Description
A buttery, flaky puff pastry topped with creamy brie, sweet-tart cranberries, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a festive holiday treat.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8 ounces), thawed
- 8 ounces brie, sliced
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or smooth)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- All-purpose flour, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry to a 10×12-inch rectangle. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Prick all over with a fork, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Bake pastry for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and press down the center with a spatula to deflate. Return to oven and bake 5 more minutes until lightly golden.
- Spread cranberry sauce over the pastry, leaving the border. Arrange brie slices on top and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with egg wash. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the pastry is deep golden brown.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh thyme if desired, and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: French