Gooey Brie Crescent Wrap
This easy recipe creates a delightful appetizer featuring gooey Brie cheese and sweet cranberry preserves wrapped in golden crescent rolls. Garnished with pistachios, dried cranberries, and rosemary, it's perfect for a festive gathering or a quick, elegant snack.
Equipment
- 1 Sheet Pan
- 1 Parchment Paper
- 1 Upturned Bowl Approx. 6-8 inch diameter, for shaping
- 1 Pastry Brush
- 1 Cheese Knife For serving
Ingredients
Main
- Two 8-ounce packages refrigerated crescent rolls
- 1/3 cup cranberry preserves/spread
- 8 ounces Brie cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary plus a few sprigs for garnish
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt optional, plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Remove the crescent rolls from the packages and separate into individual triangles. Place an upturned bowl on the prepared sheet pan and arrange the crescent triangles in a circular star shape around it, with the pointed ends furthest away from the bowl and the thicker ends nearest the bowl, slightly overlapping. Press the overlapping dough to flatten.
- Spread the cranberry preserves onto the dough around the center nearest the bowl and top with the Brie pieces, half the pistachios and half of the dried cranberries. Remove the bowl from the center and fold the pointed ends of the crescent rolls up and over the filling, tucking the tip of each under the base to secure. Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle over the rosemary and flaky salt if using. Bake until golden and gooey, 18 to 20 minutes.
- Drizzle the top of the wreath with the honey. Garnish with the remaining dried cranberries and pistachios and rosemary sprigs. Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired. Allow to cool slightly before transferring the wreath to a board. Serve with a cheese knife to slice and enjoy.
Notes
For optimal flavor and melt, select a high-quality Brie cheese; ensure it's cut into uniform cubes for even distribution. When arranging the crescent dough, work swiftly to keep it cold and pliable, which prevents stickiness and ensures a crispier crust. Pressing the dough firmly where it overlaps creates a sturdy base. Don't skip the egg wash; it gives the wrap a beautiful golden sheen and helps the rosemary adhere. Allow the baked brie wrap to cool slightly before transferring and slicing; this helps the cheese set and prevents the filling from spilling, ensuring clean cuts and a pleasant presentation. Consider warming the cranberry preserves slightly for easier spreading. A touch of orange zest could also brighten the cranberry flavor.