Here’s a delicious, easy recipe for baked brie that will wow your guests. It would be great for New Year’s Eve, but really, your guests will be happy to be served this on any occasion.
Cranberry Apple Baked Brie
2 T. Maple Syrup
1 T. Unsalted Butter, melted
1 small Gala Apple, peeled and cut into ½ inch pieces
1/3 cup sliced Almonds
1/3 cup dried sweetened Cranberries
1 pound Brie WheelPreheat oven to 350˚. Set aside 1/3 cup apple and 2 T. almonds for top. Split brie horizontally.
Mix syrup and melted butter. Toss remaining apples, almonds and ¼ c. cranberries with 1 ½ T. syrup mixture. Spoon mixture over open half of the brie wheel. Cover with top of brie. (Of course, the rind should be on the outside.)
Cover outside top of brie wheel with remaining syrup. Arrange almonds around edge, then make in inner circle of cranberries and arrange remaining apples in the center.
Cook for approximately 10-15 minutes, till warm inside. Serve with crackers.
I made this recipe yesterday and it was a real hit! The combination of the apples and cranberries with the brie is really superb.
Many thanks to my sister Gwen for the recipe and diagram.
Bon Appétit!
Lisa
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December 31st, 2006 at 7:45 pm
This was a big hit at our annual Christmas Eve Soire! Thanks!