Description
This Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme is a show-stopping appetizer that’s perfect for the holiday season! Creamy Brie, tart cranberry sauce, and crispy pancetta come together on a flaky puff pastry crust, topped with fresh thyme for an elegant, savory-sweet bite. It’s easy to make, beautifully festive, and sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 ounces pancetta, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases. Place the pastry on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced pancetta until crispy. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
- Spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Layer the sliced Brie over the cranberry sauce, then sprinkle the crispy pancetta and fresh thyme leaves on top. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling to create a rustic border. Brush the edges with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden and flaky.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, skip the pancetta or replace it with toasted nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.
- Substitute the cranberry sauce with fig or apricot preserves if preferred, giving a different but equally delicious flavor profile.
- Serve slightly warm for the best gooey Brie texture, but it’s also great at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of tart)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg