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Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme

Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme for Cozy Gatherings

Experience the delightful Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme, a gourmet holiday appetizer that is easy to make and impressively flavorful.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Base
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed frozen sheets
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Brie Cheese Keep the rind for extra flavor
  • 2 cups Cranberries Fresh or substitute with dried
  • 4 oz Pancetta Or bacon, or leave out for vegetarian
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme Plus extra for garnish
For the Glaze and Finish
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Balsamic Glaze For drizzling
  • 1 egg Egg For wash, optional for vegan

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry to about ¼ inch thickness and score a ½-inch border around the edges.
  3. Cook the pancetta in a medium skillet until golden brown and crispy, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Combine fresh cranberries and a bit of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, cooking for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
  5. Layer Brie cheese, cranberry mixture, pancetta, and thyme on the rolled pastry.
  6. Brush edges with beaten egg and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes and drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the rind of the Brie for enhanced flavor and structure. You can substitute pancetta with caramelized onions for a vegetarian option. Make sure to fully thaw puff pastry before use.

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