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Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread

Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread is a deliciously gooey and festive appetizer featuring soft, fluffy bread stuffed with creamy melted brie cheese and sweet-tart dried cranberries. Perfect for parties or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make bread combines rich, melty cheese with bursts of tangy fruit, all baked to a golden, buttery perfection.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 soft round pull-apart bread loaf (such as sourdough or yeasted pull-apart bread)
  • 8 oz Brie cheese, cut into small cubes or thin slices
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Bread: Start by cutting the pull-apart bread into a grid pattern—make vertical and horizontal cuts about 1 inch apart, being careful not to slice all the way through. This will create pockets perfect for stuffing.
  2. Slice the Brie: Cut the brie into small cubes or thin slices that will easily fit between the bread layers and melt nicely during baking.
  3. Fill the Bread: Gently stuff the brie pieces and dried cranberries into the bread cuts, distributing evenly so every bite has a balance of cheese and cranberry.
  4. Add the Butter Mixture: Melt butter and mix in garlic powder and fresh thyme if using. Brush or drizzle this mixture generously over the filled bread to enhance flavor and help the bread brown beautifully.
  5. Bake Until Golden and Melty: Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
  6. Serve Warm: Allow the bread to cool slightly, then serve warm to enjoy the gooey, cheesy, and fruity perfection of every pull-apart piece.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, soft bread that tears easily, avoiding dense or stale loaves.
  • Don’t overfill the bread; leave space between cuts for heat circulation and even baking.
  • Alternate between cranberry and brie when stuffing to get balanced flavor bites.
  • Brushing with butter ensures a golden crust and keeps the bread moist and flavorful.
  • Let the bread rest a few minutes after baking so the cheese firms up to avoid excessive mess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of loaf
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread, appetizer, party food, cheese bread, festive bread, pull-apart bread, holiday snack, easy recipe

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