Baked Cranberry Brie Bread Bowl Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate holiday appetizer with this Baked Cranberry Brie Bread Bowl. A warm, gooey wheel of Brie cheese is nestled inside a hollowed-out sourdough loaf, topped with sweet cranberry sauce, honey, and herbs, then baked to melty perfection. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Sourdough Bread Bowl:
- 1 round sourdough or artisan bread loaf
Brie Filling:
- 8 oz wheel of Brie cheese (rind on)
- 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme (chopped)
For Serving:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
- crackers, apple slices, or bread cubes
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Bread: Slice the top off the bread loaf and hollow out the center, leaving a 1-inch border. Cut out enough bread to fit the Brie inside.
- Fill Bread Bowl: Place the Brie inside the bread bowl. Top with cranberry sauce, pecans, honey, and herbs. Replace the bread lid.
- Bake: Brush the bread with oil, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 20–25 minutes until the Brie is melted.
- Serve: Serve warm with crackers, apple slices, or bread cubes.
Notes
- You can use store-bought or homemade cranberry sauce.
- For a savory twist, add black pepper or caramelized onions under the Brie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 bread bowl
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
