Description
Baked Brie in Bread Bowl with Cranberry Sauce and Thyme is a cozy, crowd-pleasing appetizer made with creamy brie, rustic bread, sweet-tart cranberry, and fresh thyme. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
• 1 round loaf of rustic bread boule
• 1 wheel of brie (about 12 ounces), top rind removed
• ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt to taste
• Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the top quarter off the bread loaf. Use the brie to trace a circle, then hollow out the center.
3. Score the outer ring of bread into 1.5-inch sections, slicing about ¾ of the way down.
4. Brush inside with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and half the thyme.
5. Place brie in the center, spread cranberry sauce over it, and sprinkle remaining thyme.
6. Place the bread lid back on top and bake for 20 minutes, or until the brie is melted and gooey.
7. Serve immediately while hot, using scored edges and hollowed bread for dipping.
Notes
– Triple-cream brie melts best for that silky center.
– Swap in fig jam or hot pepper jelly if you’re out of cranberry.
– Sourdough or dense artisan bread works best—avoid soft sandwich loaves.
– Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a crunchy twist.
– Not freezer-friendly, but leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American