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Cranberry Brie Tart

Cranberry Brie Tart: A Festive Delight for Your Table

This Cranberry Brie Tart blends rich Brie with tart cranberries and crispy pancetta, perfect for any holiday celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Use store-bought
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Brie Cheese Or swap with Camembert
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Use fig or apricot preserves as alternates
  • 4 oz Pancetta Omit for vegetarian option
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme Rosemary can be used as a substitute
For the Glaze
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash; omit for vegan option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Skillet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface until smooth, then transfer to the baking sheet.
  3. Cook diced pancetta in a skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
  4. Spread cranberry sauce over the puff pastry, then sprinkle crispy pancetta and fresh thyme on top.
  5. Fold the edges of the pastry over the filling, pinching them together, and brush with beaten egg.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
  7. Let the tart cool for about 5 minutes, then garnish with thyme sprigs before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the tart before baking to enhance flavors. Avoid soggy bottoms by ensuring the pastry is fully baked. Cook pancetta thoroughly for the best flavor.

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