Cranberry Brie Tart Recipe
A delightful Cranberry Tart featuring a flaky puff pastry base topped with creamy Brie cheese, tangy cranberry sauce, crispy pancetta, and fresh thyme. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a savory-sweet snack, this tart offers a balanced blend of flavors and textures baked to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Cheese & Sauce
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Meat & Seasoning
- 4 ounces pancetta, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Finishing
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases, ensuring an even base. Transfer the pastry onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Cook Pancetta: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced pancetta until it becomes crispy. Once done, remove from heat and drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Spread Cranberry Sauce: Evenly spread the cranberry sauce over the puff pastry, taking care to leave a 1-inch border around the edges to create a rustic tart crust.
- Add Brie and Toppings: Layer the sliced Brie cheese evenly over the cranberry sauce. Sprinkle the crispy pancetta and fresh thyme leaves across the top, then season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Form Tart Edges: Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry over the filling, creating a rustic border that will hold the toppings in place. Brush the exposed pastry edges with the beaten egg wash to give the tart a beautiful golden color when baked.
- Bake: Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and flaky, and the cheese begins to soften and melt.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the tart from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving to let the flavors settle.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling to avoid cracking.
- Use either homemade or high-quality store-bought cranberry sauce for best flavor.
- Pancetta can be substituted with bacon if pancetta is unavailable.
- Do not overload the tart with toppings to prevent sogginess.
- Letting the tart cool slightly makes slicing easier and prevents the cranberry sauce from spilling.
Keywords: cranberry tart, brie cheese tart, puff pastry tart, holiday appetizers, savory tart, pancetta tart
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