Hosting a holiday party? If so, you have to make this Pomegranate Cranberry Baked Brie. It is perfect served warm from the oven at your next soiree. It is delicious on crackers, sliced pears or crostini.
This post is sponsored by Cavit but as always all opinions are 100% my own!
Are you guys feeling the pre-holiday craze? Are you frantically searching for just the perfect gift for your loved ones? If you are anything like me, you shop for a long time, considering all your options, then wait until the last minute for those most special people in your life.
Why do I do that?
By that time, there is nothing left in the stores or online. I mean really, don't we know all year long that Christmas is coming? How does it sneak up on us? Don't you hate those people who are finished shopping by Halloween?
I want to be one of those hated people.
Next year, I am going to start shopping during the after Christmas sales and be done by Easter...
Luckily I have delicious food to eat while internet shopping all day long! The joys of being a food blogger...I ate this entire Pomegranate Cranberry Baked Brie for lunch.
It was glorious and worth every. single. calorie.
The sauce is so delicious you will want to slather it on toast or stir it into your oatmeal or yogurt. Or how about a quesadilla with pomegranate cranberry sauce and brie? Oh yes, please. I'm not kidding when I say you must try this.
This sauce is adapted from my favorite Thanksgiving Cranberry Pomegranate Sauce. I make it every year and it's always a hit. There's something so delicious about cranberries and pomegranates together. Cranberries are not too sweet but the pomegranates help sweeten them up. The pomegranate molasses adds a deep pomegranate flavor.
With each bite, you get a sweet pop of pomegranate juice and it's so delicious!
What is it about brie? I mean isn't it the world's most perfect food? Pair it with a sweet topping, a crunchy cracker and a chilled Cavit Pinot Grigio and viola! You have the perfect cocktail party food. I'm having my annual Yankee Swap this weekend and this is on the menu for sure.
So come on, make a double batch of this pomegranate cranberry sauce so you can eat it all week long.
Looking for more appetizer recipes for your holiday cocktail party? Try this one...
Pomegranate Cranberry Baked Brie
Ingredients
- 1 round of brie 8 oz
- 6 oz fresh cranberries ½ bag
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
- ¼ teaspoon fresh thyme
- ½ cup pomegranate arils
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F.
- In a small sauce pan, add all sauce ingredients except pomegranate arils.
- Bring to a gentle boil then turn down to low. Stir frequently and cook for about 4-6 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add pomegranate arils. Stir.
- Scrape or carefully slice the top rind off of the brie.
- Bake brie for about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and add topping to brie.
- Return to oven for 3-5 minutes just to warm topping.
- Serve immediately with crackers, apples, pears or crostini.
Nutrition
This post is sponsored by Cavit but all opinion are 100% my own!
Tania @ COOKTORIA says
I've never tried baked brie before, but you made me drool! I love the idea of adding pomegranate! Saving this!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Tania!
Mary Ann @ thebeachhousekitchen says
Baked brie is always a wonderful holiday appetizer Melina! Your's looks so festive too with the pomegranate arils on top! Perfect with a glass of nice wine too!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Mary Ann. Wish we could share some brie and wine together!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
You cracked me up with this one! Done with your Christmas shopping by Easter?! I say YES! I like the way you think, Melina! And I like the way you entertain! Baked brie is a beautiful addition to any holiday table!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Annie! We need a girl's night with wine and brie, don't we?
sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
I adore baked Brie, it's one of the easiest appetizers on the planet ~ and pairing it with these festive berries is just perfect!
Melina Malone says
Thanks so much Sue!
Jessy @ The Life Jolie says
I love how this is not only a delicious flavor combo but also so pretty and festive. It's the ideal holiday appetizer!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Jessy!
Ali says
This looks so tasty! I'm totally with you on the Christmas shopping, by the way - I don't know why it always sneaks up on me, either - I mean, it's not like it doesn't come around once a year. 🙂 I've never put pomegranate seeds in my cranberry sauce - you've inspired me (especially since I still have a pomegranate hiding in the fridge I haven't dealt with yet!)
Melina Malone says
Yay Ali! Hope you love it!
evseats says
Yes! Baked brie is heavenly and then to add pomegranate? Heavenly!
Melina Malone says
It is heavenly!
Cindy says
Baked brie & cranberry, I am in! And some vino to boot. I am not hosting a Holiday shindig this year, but I think I will have my own Holiday party with 2 other guest: brie and wine.
Melina Malone says
Ha that's sounds like quite a guest list!
Green Valley Kitchen says
I love baked brie, Melina. It's so festive and always reminds me of Christmas parties for some reason. December is definitely the time to indulge and this is my kind of indulgence!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Geraldine!
Cathy says
ugh I just started shopping today and I am kicking myself!!! and just like you, I do it every year. Sigh. we'll never learn! I love this recipe today Melina. Brie is one of my faves and sooo good baked!
Melina Malone says
Let's just drown our sorrows in brie and wine, why don't we?
Mackenzie @ Food Above Gold says
Once I read the pomegranate molasses I knew I was sold. Eating brie is one of my favorite snacks/appetizers and I'm so excited to try this out!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Mackenzie!
Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C says
This is calling my name! I love cranberries and pomegranates but have never tried them together. And, I happily delegate most of the Christmas shopping to my hubby. 🙂
Melina Malone says
Lucky you that he does the shopping!
Plating Pixels says
Baked Brie is one of my favorite appetizers. How have I never tried it with pomegranate?!
Melina Malone says
Thanks!
Ilona @ Ilona's Passion says
This is great appetizer idea for holidays or New Year's Eve! Looks delicious!
Melina Malone says
Thanks Ilona!