Ingredients for Brie In Puff Pastry With Cranberry Sauce
- Fresh Cranberries
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- Orange Zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Sliced Almonds
- Frozen Puff Pastry
- Brie Cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Cracker
- Fresh Fruit
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How to Make Brie In Puff Pastry With Cranberry Sauce
- **Prepare the Cranberry Sauce:** In a medium saucepan, combine 12 ounces fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup orange juice.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon grated orange peel and remove from heat. Set aside to cool slightly.
- **Toast the Almonds:** Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup slivered almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown (about 3-5 minutes). Set aside to cool.
- **Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).** Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- **Assemble the Pastry:** On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a 16 x 9-inch rectangle.
- Using a large bowl or plate as a guide, cut out an 8.5-inch circle and a 7-inch circle from the pastry.
- Place the 8.5-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet. Top with the 8-ounce wheel of brie cheese.
- Spoon the cooled cranberry sauce and toasted almonds evenly over the brie.
- Gently bring the edges of the larger pastry circle up and over the brie, pressing to seal around the filling.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg.
- Place the 7-inch pastry circle on top, pressing firmly to seal the edges.
- Brush the entire top and sides of the pastry with the remaining egg wash.
- (Optional) Use cookie cutters to create decorative shapes from the remaining pastry scraps and arrange them on top. Brush with egg wash.
- **Bake:** Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- **Cool:** Let cool on the baking sheet on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm with crackers and fresh fruit.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
137 g
Sugar
360g
Fat
513g
Carbs
70g
