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Cranberry Brie Pull Apart Bread Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cranberry Brie Pull Apart Bread is a delightful appetizer perfect for festive occasions or cozy gatherings. Featuring a crusty sourdough loaf filled with gooey Brie cheese and sweet tangy whole berry cranberry sauce, it’s enhanced with fresh rosemary, thyme, and a buttery drizzle baked to golden perfection. The bread is baked until the cheese melts and the edges turn crisp, creating a shareable treat that’s irresistibly flavorful and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread

  • 1 round sourdough loaf (or crusty artisan bread)

Filling

  • 8 oz (225 g) Brie cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce

Topping and Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
  2. Slice Bread: Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the sourdough loaf into a crisscross grid pattern, making sure not to cut all the way through the bottom so the loaf remains intact.
  3. Insert Brie: Evenly tuck cubes of Brie cheese into the slits and crevices of the bread, distributing the cheese throughout.
  4. Add Cranberry Sauce: Spoon the whole berry cranberry sauce into the cracks between the bread pieces, ensuring a good coverage for balanced sweetness.
  5. Prepare Herb Butter: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with finely chopped rosemary and optional thyme leaves. Drizzle this fragrant butter mixture evenly over the entire loaf for added moisture and flavor.
  6. Season: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top to enhance all the flavors.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Place the assembled bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil to catch any drips.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread edges turn crispy and golden brown.
  9. Optional Broil: For extra crispiness, broil the bread for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with extra fresh rosemary, and serve the bread warm to enjoy the melty, savory-sweet flavors.

Notes

  • Use a serrated knife to slice the bread gently to keep the loaf intact.
  • Feel free to substitute fresh herbs according to your preference or omit thyme if desired.
  • For a dairy-free option, replace Brie with a vegan cheese alternative.
  • This bread is best served fresh and warm; leftovers can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispness.
  • If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the amount of cranberry sauce or opt for a sugar-free variety.

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