🧀🥐 Flaky Puff Pastry with Brie, Cranberries & Toasted Walnuts
🥄 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 wheel Brie cheese (about 200–250g)
- ½ cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- ⅓ cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp milk
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)
- A pinch of black pepper (optional)
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the pastry
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Lightly roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to smooth edges.
2. Assemble
- Place the Brie wheel in the center of the pastry.
- Spread cranberry sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle toasted walnuts and a little black pepper.
- Drizzle lightly with honey or maple syrup.
3. Wrap it up
- Fold the pastry over the Brie, sealing edges tightly.
- Trim any excess dough and press seams closed.
4. Egg wash
- Beat egg with milk and brush over the pastry for a golden finish.
5. Bake
- Place seam-side down on a lined baking tray.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
6. Rest & garnish
- Let it cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices
- Add to a festive cheese board with grapes and nuts
- Pairs beautifully with a light salad for balance
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use fresh cranberries instead of sauce?
Yes, but cook them with a little sugar and water first to soften and sweeten.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
You can assemble it and refrigerate, then bake fresh before serving.
Q: What nuts can I substitute?
Pecans or almonds work great if you don’t have walnuts.
Q: How do I prevent soggy pastry?
Make sure the cranberry sauce isn’t too watery and bake on parchment paper.
