Maple Pecan baked Brie is a warm and gooey holiday appetizer wrapped in crescent roll dough with a sweet maple cream and candied pecan topping. It's simple, festive, and always a favorite at family gatherings.
This recipe is a cozy treat that reminds me of the flavors I grew up loving, especially around Christmastime when we would have something warm and comforting to snack on for Christmas Eve at my grandparent's house.
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Why You'll Love Maple Pecan Baked Brie
Warm comfort: melty brie wrapped in tender pastry makes this a classic baked brie appetizer everyone enjoys.
Sweet crunch: maple cream and chopped candied pecans bring the perfect mix of richness and texture.
Holiday ready: it looks beautiful on a platter, especially with sugar frosted cranberries, making it ideal for Christmas appetizers.
Key Ingredients for Holiday Baked Brie
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and instructions.
- Brie cheese: soft and creamy, perfect for melting into a rich center.
- Crescent roll dough: gives the brie it's golden, flaky crust.
- Maple cream: adds sweetness with a smooth maple flavor.
- Candied pecans: bring a sweet crunch and tie into your other candied pecan brie recipes.
- Sugar frosted cranberries: a bright, sparkling garnish that finishes the presentation.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use puff pastry instead of crescent dough for a slightly thicker, flakier wrap.
- Replace candied pecans withchopped walnuts or almonds.
- Use orange marmalade in place of maple cream for a fruity twist.
Variations on Maple Pecan Baked Brie
- Add a small layer of cranberry sauce under the maple cream for a tart contrast.
- Sprinkle the top with fresh rosemary before baking for a fragrant, savory note.
- Make mini baked brie bites by dividing the dough and using small brie rounds.
Crescent Roll Brie Tips
- Keep the brie cold until assembly so it holds its shape while wrapping.
- Press the crescent seams together well to prevent leaking.
- Let the baked brie rest 15 minutes so the cheese settles.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover baked brie covered in the refrigerator forup to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or until warmed through and the cheese softens again.
Serve With...
Serve Maple Pecan Baked Brie with crisp apple slices, bread chips, or pita chips. It also pairs well with some of my favorite party recipes like Pepper Poppers, Jalapeno Pimento Cheese, and Cheesy Bacon Dip.
More Appetizer Recipes You'll Love
If you love this baked brie, you'll want to try my Mom's Cheese Ball, Candied Nuts, Bacon Deviled Eggs, and Grape Jelly Meatballs.
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📖 Recipe
Festive Cranberry Pecan Brie
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Silicone brush (optional)
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Ingredients
- 8 ounce Brie cheese round , top rind removed
- 8 ounce Crescent Roll dough , (one tube)
- ¼ cup maple cream
- ⅓ cup chopped candied pecans
- sugar frosted cranberries , optional (see notes below)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Divide crescent roll dough in half. Roll out ½ crescent dough on parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Place brie cheese in the center of rolled out dough. Spread with maple cream and sprinkle with candied pecans.
- Bring edges of crescent dough up sides of brie (it will not cover it entirely - it will pretty much cover the sides). Roll out remaing dough and place on top of brie round covering the pecans. Gently wrap around the cheese pressing lightly to make sure dough has adhered to itself, pressing any seams together well to prevent leaking.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until crescent dough has browned.
- Remove from oven and let sit 15 minutes. Place brie on serving platter and surround with sugar frosted cranberries (if using) and garnish with mint leaf to set off the festive look! Serve and enjoy!
kiss my spatula says
so so festive and lovely! brie takes on new heights!
Flourchild says
Whoa girl what a stunning looking brie cheese spread. I can so see that sitting onmy holiday table! Great recipe and pictures too!
Natalie says
my favorite crescent app is the one you made-yummmm! have a wonderful christmas with your family!
Meghan says
crescent stuffed with crab/mayo mix and Parmesan
averagebetty says
You nailed my favorite crescent appetizer! Brie and cranberries are the flavor of the holidays for me!
Robin Sue says
The glazed cranberries are beautiful! Good for you on the new ebook, I will have to get one! My goal for 2010 is writing my own first ebook. Was it easy to do? Did you use Lulu?
Lori says
I make pigs in a blanket for my kids all the time and they love them!!!
Cajun Chef Ryan says
Baked brie is so wonderful, and these candied cranberries look great too!
NikiTheo says
I love baked brie in crossaint! I never had brie before having it like that and omg, I love it. i sometime poke holes into the cheese and the dough after it's been wrapped and sprinkle some tabascio sauce over it for a kick. yum!
NikiTheo says
I subscribed!
Jamie says
Brie is my favorite. I love crescent rolls and just love them plain with a little butter. But I also like it wrapped around that gooey, creamy brie.
Bellini Valli says
Grumpy doesn't know what he is missing. Love the sparkly grapes as well.
theUngourmet says
This looks amazing! The sugared cranberries are gorgeous. What a wonderful presentation!
Cheryl F. {The Lucky Ladybug} says
I like Reuben Bites
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Susie says
HoneyB - You are too cool for school! 🙂 I love to make the crescent, sweetened cream cheese dessert thing.... YUM!
CookiePie says
I would share that gorgeous brie appetizer with you - love the cranberries in there!!
Hope you're having wonderful holidays, Shelby!
Katy ~ says
Pigs in blankets!
Your E-book is an exciting venture. You are totally amazing (heart swelling with pride and delight for you).
Lionmb says
My favorite crescent appetizer uses cream cheese, bacon and Hidden Valley dip mix spread on the crescent rolls and rolled up and cooked, then sliced. Yum!
pigpigscorner says
Cranberry and brie...yuuuuum...the pastry looks so flaky!
Frieda says
This is a good giveaway~ I'll be changing up the bacon/cheese tarlets for my giveaway...Love your brie! It looks fabulous and festive!
Megan says
My favorite is the cheese swirls. I'm asked to make them a lot and they are so easy! I'm headed to sign up for your news letter. How exciting!
Mags says
I'd share that brie with you! (my family doesn't like it either)
VeggieGirl says
Favorite appetizer to serve = my mom's "famous" spinach dip in a pumpernickel bread bowl.