Description
Garlic Herb Sourdough Bread Stuffed with Brie and Cranberry Sauce is a stunning pull-apart appetizer that combines warm, crusty sourdough bread with gooey melted Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and aromatic garlic herb butter. It’s festive, cheesy, and perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- 1 round sourdough loaf (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Place the sourdough loaf on the sheet and using a sharp bread knife, make diagonal cuts about 1 inch apart across the top of the loaf, being careful not to cut all the way through. Rotate and repeat in the opposite direction to create a crisscross pattern.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Gently separate the bread cubes and brush or drizzle the garlic herb butter evenly into all the cuts.
- Stuff slices of Brie into the cuts, followed by small spoonfuls of cranberry sauce.
- Wrap the loaf loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for another 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is golden and crisp.
- Serve warm and pull apart pieces for sharing.
Notes
- Use camembert or cream cheese instead of Brie for a variation.
- Homemade cranberry sauce gives a more tart, fresh flavor.
- Sprinkle with extra herbs or crushed nuts for added texture.
- Best served immediately while warm and melty.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion