Cranberry Baked Brie

Name: Cranberry Baked Brie with Pecans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 (8 oz) wheels firm brie, edges removed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 tsp minced fresh rosemary; ½ cup dried cranberries; 1 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp toasted, chopped pecans; ½ baguette, thinly sliced and toasted

Cranberry Baked Brie combines melted brie, dried cranberries, honey, toasted pecans, and fresh rosemary into a warm, savory-sweet dip that serves as an elegant appetizer for any gathering.

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Total

1h 10m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Ingredients

2 (8 oz) wheels firm brie, edges removed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tsp minced fresh rosemary
½ cup dried cranberries
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp toasted, chopped pecans
½ baguette, thinly sliced and toasted

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Instructions

1
Spray a Suvie pan with cooking spray. Combine brie, rosemary, ¼ tsp black pepper, and dried cranberries in prepared Suvie pan. Insert pan into your Suvie, input settings, and cook now or schedule.
2
Bottom Zone: Slow Cook Low for 1 hour
3
Remove pan from Suvie, drizzle with honey and top with toasted pecans.
4
Serve brie warm with toasted baguette slices.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Remove the rind edges from the brie before baking to allow the cheese to meld smoothly with the toppings and create a cohesive dip.
Toast the pecans lightly before chopping to deepen their flavor and ensure they stay crisp rather than softening into the warm cheese.
Bake only until the brie is soft and warm to the touch with slight movement when the baking dish is gently shaken—overcooking causes it to split and lose its creamy texture.
Arrange toppings (rosemary, cranberries, honey, pecans) after brie reaches room temperature but before baking for even distribution and visual appeal.

Substitutions

Dried cranberries → dried cherries or dried apricots (same tart-sweet flavor profile)
Pecans → walnuts or candied almonds (similar crunch and nutty complement)
Fresh rosemary → thyme or dried rosemary at ¼ tsp (adjust for potency)
Honey → maple syrup or apricot jam (slight flavor shift but maintains sweetness)

Storage & make-ahead

Serve warm immediately. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days and reheated gently in a low oven until soft; do not microwave as it may cause uneven melting.

Common Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the brie with toppings up to 4 hours before baking, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving, adding 2–3 minutes to the cooking time if starting from cold.

How do I prevent the brie from becoming too runny?

Use firm brie and remove the rind edges as directed. Bake only until the cheese is soft and beginning to ooze—do not overbake. Remove promptly when done.