Description
These Cranberry and Walnut Baked Brie Rolls are an elegant and easy appetizer featuring creamy Brie cheese, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy toasted walnuts wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any festive occasion, they bake to a golden, puffed perfection and offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 250g)
- 6 oz Brie cheese, cut into small cubes (170g)
- 1/3 cup cranberry sauce or cranberry preserves (80g)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (30g)
- 1 tbsp honey (15ml)
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the rolls.
- Roll Out Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry into an even rectangle approximately 10 by 12 inches in size.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the cranberry sauce over the pastry, leaving a small border around the edges. Then, scatter the Brie cubes evenly on top and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts.
- Drizzle Honey: Drizzle the honey over the layered filling to add sweetness and enhance the flavor profile.
- Form Rolls: Carefully roll the pastry tightly into a log starting from one end, then slice the log into 1-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the pastry rounds cut side up on the prepared baking sheet with some space between each. Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg to help them brown beautifully.
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes or until they are golden brown and puffed up, indicating the pastry is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the rolls cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm, allowing the cheese to set just enough for easier handling.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling out to prevent cracking.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cranberry sauce before spreading.
- Serve these rolls warm for the best texture and melty Brie experience.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in a low oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Baked Brie, Puff Pastry Appetizer, Cranberry Walnut Rolls, Holiday Appetizer, Party Snacks
