If you are looking for simple yet impressive appetizers, I have two wonderful crescent wreath recipes you will adore. These flaky, cheesy bakes are perfect for sharing at any gathering or enjoying with family.
I’m sharing how you can make these beautiful dishes with very little effort. Get ready to bake something special!
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Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath: Easy Appetizer Recipe
This Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath combines flaky pastry with gooey brie and crispy bacon. It’s a fantastic choice for a quick appetizer that everyone will love.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Bacon Brie
- Brie Cheese Quality: Choose a good quality wheel of brie that melts smoothly for the best creamy texture in your wreath.
- Crispy Bacon Prep: Make sure your bacon is cooked until nicely crisp before adding it. This helps avoid a soggy pastry.
- Cold Puff Pastry: Work with cold puff pastry. It’s easier to handle and gives you a much flakier result when baked.
What You Need for Bacon Brie Wreath
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind trimmed, cut into small pieces
- 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
⏱️ Time: 30 minutes🍽️ Yields: 8 servings
How to Make Your Bacon Brie Wreath
Step 1: Prep Oven and Pastry
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out the thawed puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cut the pastry into a large circle, then score it lightly into 12 triangles from the center, leaving a 1-inch border near the edge.
Step 2: Fill and Form the Wreath
Arrange the brie pieces and crumbled bacon around the outer edge of the pastry circle, following your scored border. Fold each triangle point over the filling towards the outer edge, tucking it in to form a wreath shape. Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg wash.
Step 3: Bake Until Golden
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the wreath is beautifully golden brown and the brie is melted and bubbly. Let it cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring and serving warm.
📝 Final Note on Bacon Brie
For an extra glossy finish, you can brush the baked wreath with a little melted butter just after it comes out of the oven.
Festive Brie Cranberry Wreath Recipe
This Brie Cranberry Wreath offers a lovely balance of sweet and cheesy, wrapped in golden pastry. It’s a festive and simple dish perfect for special occasions or a cozy snack.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Brie Cranberry
- Creamy Brie: A good quality, creamy brie will melt wonderfully and pair well with the sweet cranberry.
- Cranberry Sauce Choice: You can use store-bought cranberry sauce or make your own. A chunkier sauce adds a nice texture contrast.
- Adding Nuts for Crunch: A sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts adds a great crunch and extra flavor to each bite.
What You Need for Cranberry Brie Wreath
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz brie cheese, rind trimmed, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 8-10 servings
How to Make Your Cranberry Brie Wreath
Step 1: Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the thawed puff pastry onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly score a large circle in the center, then cut 12 even triangles from the center out to the edge of the pastry, leaving a rim.
Step 2: Add Filling and Shape
Spread the cranberry sauce evenly around the outer circle of the pastry, following your scored line. Place the brie pieces over the cranberry sauce, then sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts if you like. Fold each pastry triangle over the filling and tuck it in tightly to create the wreath shape.
Step 3: Bake and Serve
Brush the entire wreath with the beaten egg wash. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until it’s puffed up, golden brown, and the cheese is soft and warm. Let it rest for a few minutes on the baking sheet before carefully transferring and slicing.
📝 Final Note on Cranberry Brie
You can serve this wreath warm with extra cranberry sauce on the side for dipping, or with some fresh rosemary for garnish.
