Description

Golden-crusted sourdough bread stuffed with creamy brie cheese and sweet-tart cranberry sauce, baked until melty and fragrant—an irresistible holiday appetizer or cozy winter snack.

Ingredients

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1 large sourdough or crusty artisan loaf
8 oz brie cheese, sliced into small cubes
1/2 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry preferred)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (plus extra sprigs for garnish)
Optional: pinch of sea salt

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using a sharp bread knife, make diagonal cuts across the loaf about 1 inch apart, without slicing all the way through. Repeat in the opposite direction to form a crosshatch pattern.
Gently stuff brie cubes into the cuts, followed by small spoonfuls of cranberry sauce.
Brush the top of the loaf with melted butter and sprinkle with thyme leaves and optional sea salt.
Wrap loosely in foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10–12 minutes until cheese is melty and the top is golden.
Garnish with thyme sprigs and serve warm.

Notes

Best served fresh from the oven while the cheese is still gooey.
Use a firm loaf so it holds its shape during baking.
Try adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 loaf
Calories: 230
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 30mg