Best 2 Crescent Wrapped Cranberry And Brie Recipes

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Crescent wrapped cranberry and brie is a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the creamy richness of brie cheese, all wrapped in a flaky crescent roll. This combination of flavors and textures is sure to please a crowd, and the dish can be easily prepared in advance, making it perfect for parties or potlucks. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the best recipes and tips for creating the perfect crescent wrapped cranberry and brie.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRESCENT-WRAPPED CRANBERRY AND BRIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 apple, unpeeled, sliced
8 small seedless red or green grape clusters
1 pear, unpeeled, sliced
1 can (8 oz.) Pillsbury ® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz.) Pillsbury ® Crescent Recipe Creations™ refrigerated flaky dough sheet
1 round (8 oz.) Brie cheese
3 tablespoons whole berry cranberry sauce or cranberry chutney
1 tablespoon chopped pecans
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • If using crescent rolls: Unroll dough; separate dough crosswise into 2 sections. Press dough to form 2 squares, firmly pressing perforations to seal. If using dough sheet: Unroll dough; cut crosswise into 2 sections. Press dough to form 2 squares.
  • Cut corners off both dough squares and reserve to use for cutouts. Place 1 dough round on cookie sheet. Cut cheese crosswise into 2 equal layers. Place bottom half of cheese on center of dough circle on cookie sheet. Spread cranberry sauce over cheese. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Top with remaining cheese half. Bring dough up around side of cheese, pressing and pinching dough.
  • With small cookie or canape cutter, cut shapes from reserved corners of dough; set aside. Place remaining dough on top of cheese round. Press dough evenly around side of cheese. Brush dough with beaten egg. Top with cutouts; brush with additional beaten egg.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until deep golden brown. Cool 15 minutes before serving. To serve, place warm pastry-wrapped cheese on platter. Arrange fruit around cheese.

CRESCENT-WRAPPED CRANBERRY AND BRIE



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Make and share this Crescent-Wrapped Cranberry and Brie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pillsbury Crescent

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) can Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
8 ounces brie cheese
3 tablespoons canned cranberry sauce or 3 tablespoons cranberry chutney
1 tablespoon pecans, chopped
1 egg, beaten
8 seedless grapes, clusters (red or green)
1 pear, unpeeled, sliced
1 apple, unpeeled, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  • If using crescent rolls: Unroll dough; separate dough crosswise into 2 sections. Press dough to form 2 squares, firmly pressing perforations to seal. If using dough sheet: Unroll dough; cut crosswise into 2 sections. Press dough to form 2 squares.
  • Cut corners off both dough squares and reserve to use for cutouts. Place 1 dough round on cookie sheet. Cut cheese crosswise into 2 equal layers. Place bottom half of cheese on center of dough circle on cookie sheet. Spread cranberry sauce over cheese. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Top with remaining cheese half. Bring dough up around side of cheese, pressing and pinching dough.
  • With small cookie or canapé cutter, cut shapes from reserved corners of dough; set aside. Place remaining dough on top of cheese round. Press dough evenly around side of cheese. Brush dough with beaten egg. Top with cutouts; brush with additional beaten egg.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until deep golden brown. Cool 15 minutes before serving. To serve, place warm pastry-wrapped cheese on platter. Arrange fruit around cheese.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cranberries. This will give your filling a tart and flavorful taste.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries. They should still have a little bit of bite to them.
  • Use a good quality Brie cheese. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the dish.
  • Wrap the crescents tightly around the filling. This will prevent the filling from leaking out.
  • Bake the crescents until they are golden brown. This will give them a crispy exterior and a gooey interior.
  • Serve the crescents warm, with a dollop of cranberry sauce or honey.

Conclusion:

Crescent-wrapped cranberry and Brie is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's perfect for parties or potlucks, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and tangy filling and its crispy crescent crust, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's sure to impress, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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