Description
Looking for a snack that wows without hours in the kitchen? This Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath is buttery, flaky, and packed with melty brie, crispy bacon, and a touch of sweet-tart cranberry. It’s perfect for holidays, game day, or any party where you want your guests to stop mid-bite and ask, “What IS that?”
Ingredients
Looking for a snack that wows without hours in the kitchen? This Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath is buttery, flaky, and packed with melty brie, crispy bacon, and a touch of sweet-tart cranberry. It’s perfect for holidays, game day, or any party where you want your guests to stop mid-bite and ask, “What IS that?”
Instructions
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Preheat and Prep:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Arrange the Dough:
Unroll the crescent dough (keep triangles together). Place the two sheets side-by-side, pinching seams to form two rectangles. Shape the rectangles into a circle on the baking sheet, short ends forming the inner circle, long points facing out. Slightly overlap for a wreath shape. -
Add the Filling:
On the inner part of each dough triangle, place chunks of brie, sprinkle chopped bacon, and add small dollops of cranberry sauce. Tip: Don’t overfill to prevent leaks. -
Fold and Tuck:
Fold the pointed ends over the filling and tuck under the inner ring to form neat packages. Rustic shapes are charming! -
Egg Wash & Herbs:
Brush the dough with beaten egg and sprinkle fresh rosemary or thyme over the wreath. -
Bake:
Bake for 20–22 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. -
Rest:
Let cool 5–10 minutes before serving to set the cheese slightly. -
Serve:
Place the wreath on a platter and let guests pull apart pieces. Optional: drizzle honey over the warm wreath.
Notes
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Apple & Sage: Swap bacon for ½ cup sautéed apples and rosemary for sage.
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Sun-Dried Tomato & Pesto: Use basil pesto instead of cranberry, bacon for sun-dried tomatoes, and sprinkle mozzarella with brie.
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Everything Bagel Twist: Skip herbs and cranberry; sprinkle dough with everything bagel seasoning.
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Spicy ‘Nduja: Add small dollops of spicy Italian salami for heat.
Pro Tips:
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Keep dough cold until ready to assemble. If it becomes sticky, chill 5 minutes in the freezer.
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Don’t overfill to avoid soggy bottoms or leaks.
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Make ahead: assemble up to 8 hours before baking; add 1–2 minutes to baking time if chilled.
Nutrition
- Calories: 230 Cal Per Serving
- Sugar: 4 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Protein: 7 g