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Baked Brie in a Bread Bowl with Cranberry Sauce and Thyme

This mouthwatering Baked Brie in a Bread Bowl with Cranberry Sauce and Thyme is the perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness with a sweet and tangy kick, making it an ideal appetizer for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 round Brie cheese (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 round crusty round bread (like sourdough or ciabatta)
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (plus a sprig for garnish)
  • to taste Olive oil for drizzling
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the top off the round bread and hollow out the center, leaving about an inch of the crust. Save the pieces of bread you scoop out for later.
  3. Place the Brie cheese in the hollowed bread bowl and add some fresh thyme leaves on top.
  4. Add a generous layer of cranberry sauce on top of the Brie.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over the top, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  6. Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes. Garnish with a thyme sprig, then serve with reserved bread pieces, crackers, or veggies.

Notes

If the Brie oozes a little, that’s just how it should be! Feel free to swap the cranberry sauce for fig jam or apple chutney. Assemble everything in advance and pop it in the oven before guests arrive for easy entertaining.