🌿 Mediterranean Cranberry & Walnut Baked Brie Rolls
⭐ Description
Flaky golden pastry wraps creamy Brie, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, finished with a drizzle of honey and fresh herbs. These Mediterranean-inspired rolls are perfect for holidays, gatherings, or a luxurious appetizer.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 rolls)
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
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7–8 oz (200 g) Brie cheese, rind on or trimmed
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½ cup dried cranberries
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½ cup walnuts, finely chopped
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2 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or melted butter
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½ tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix cranberries, walnuts, honey, olive oil, and herbs.
3️⃣ Assemble the Rolls
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Roll out puff pastry slightly and cut into 12 equal squares.
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Place a small slice of Brie in the center of each square.
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Spoon cranberry-walnut mixture on top.
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Fold corners up and pinch to seal or roll into logs.
4️⃣ Egg Wash
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Place rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet.
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Brush tops lightly with beaten egg.
5️⃣ Bake
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Bake 15–18 minutes, until golden and puffed.
6️⃣ Serve
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Cool slightly before serving.
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Optional: drizzle with extra honey and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with crackers or crostini
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Pair with grapes, figs, or pear slices
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Add to a Mediterranean mezze board
🌟 Variations
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Savory-sweet: Add a pinch of black pepper or chili flakes
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Nut-free: Use pumpkin seeds instead of walnuts
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Phyllo option: Wrap filling in phyllo dough for crispier bites
