BAKED CRANBERRY BRIE BREAD BOWL
This baked cranberry brie bread bowl is a warm, gooey, and festive appetiser. Creamy melted brie and sweet-tart cranberry sauce make it perfect for holiday gatherings or cosy nights with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 round sourdough loaf
- 1 8-ounce wheel of brie cheese
- ½ cup cranberry sauce homemade or store-bought
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Crackers toasted bread, or fruit for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Bread Bowl: Cut a circle on the top of the sourdough loaf and remove the centre to create a bowl shape.
- Add the Brie: Slice the top rind off the brie wheel and place the cheese inside the hollowed bread bowl.
- Add Cranberry Sauce: Spoon cranberry sauce evenly over the brie, then drizzle with honey and sprinkle rosemary on top.
- Bake: Brush the outside of the bread with olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm with crackers, toasted bread pieces, or fruit slices.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Assemble the bread bowl with brie and cranberry sauce up to 4 hours ahead. Bake just before serving.
- Custom Flavours: Add chopped nuts or a sprinkle of brown sugar for extra texture and sweetness.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect for Christmas parties, New Year’s Eve, or a cosy movie night appetiser.
- Storage Tips: Best served fresh. If needed, reheat leftovers in the oven until cheese is melty again.