Print

Baked Brie in Bread Bowl with Cranberry Sauce and Thyme

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This Baked Brie in Bread Bowl with Cranberry Sauce and Thyme is a stunning, cozy appetizer perfect for the holidays. Creamy brie melts into a rustic bread loaf, layered with tart cranberry and earthy thyme, creating the ultimate party dip.

Ingredients

  • 1 round rustic bread boule
  • 1 wheel of brie (about 12 oz, triple cream preferred)
  • ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the top quarter off the bread boule and set aside. Hollow out the center to fit the brie.
  3. Cut vertical slices around the outer edge of the bread, 1.5 inches apart, three-quarters down.
  4. Brush inside of the bread and cuts with olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle in half of the thyme.
  5. Insert brie into the hollow. Top with cranberry sauce and remaining thyme.
  6. Replace bread top and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake 20–25 minutes, until the bread is golden and brie is melted.
  8. Let cool 2–3 minutes, remove bread top, and serve warm with toasted bread chunks or crackers.

Notes

  • Swap cranberry sauce for fig jam, apricot preserves, or caramelized onions.
  • Add toasted walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • Substitute rosemary or sage if desired.
  • Camembert can be used in place of brie.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/baked-brie-in-bread-bowl-with-cranberry-sauce-and-thyme/