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Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme

Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme for Cozy Gatherings

Delight your guests with a Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme, a savory-sweet appetizer perfect for any cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Keep chilled until ready to use
  • 8 ounces Brie Cheese Opt for good-quality for best flavor
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • 4 ounces Pancetta Can substitute with toasted nuts
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Use fresh for best taste
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) For brushing the pastry edges

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin

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 chilled puff pastry on a floured surface to fit the baking sheet.
  3. In a skillet, cook diced pancetta over medium heat until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Spread cranberry sauce over the pastry, add Brie cheese slices, and top with crispy pancetta.
  5. Fold the pastry edges over the filling and brush with beaten egg.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden and the Brie is melted.
  7. Cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with fresh thyme, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This tart can be made vegetarian by substituting pancetta with nuts. It is ideal for make-ahead preparations.

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