Description
This Pull-Apart Sourdough Brie and Cranberry Bread is a delightful appetizer combining the rich creaminess of melted brie with the tart sweetness of whole berry cranberry sauce, all nestled within a buttery, herb-infused sourdough loaf. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights, this easy-to-make recipe features tender slices of sourdough bread brushed with thyme and rosemary butter, then baked to gooey perfection for a sharable, crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 large round sourdough bread loaf
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 (16 oz) wheel of brie, chopped or cubed
- 1½ cups whole berry cranberry sauce
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking your stuffed bread.
- Prepare the Bread: Carefully slice the sourdough loaf horizontally and vertically to create a grid of 1-inch cubes, making sure you do not cut all the way through the bottom crust to keep the loaf intact.
- Make the Herb Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with dried thyme, dried rosemary, and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Brush the Bread with Herb Butter: Place the sliced bread on a baking sheet and carefully brush the herb butter mixture deep into the slits and cuts, ensuring the flavors permeate the bread.
- Stuff the Bread: Insert pieces of chopped or cubed brie and spoonfuls of whole berry cranberry sauce into each space created by the cuts in the bread.
- Wrap and Bake: Wrap the entire loaf tightly in aluminum foil to retain moisture, then bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the brie is melted and gooey.
- Serve: Remove the bread from the oven, unwrap, and place on a serving platter. Serve hot for the best melty, flavorful experience.
Notes
- Be careful not to slice all the way through the bottom of the loaf to keep it intact for stuffing.
- Use a softened butter to easily mix the herbs and spread into the bread.
- If you prefer, substitute fresh thyme and rosemary for dried herbs for a more vibrant herb flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the cheese at its melty best.
- Leftovers can be reheated wrapped in foil at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American