If you need a holiday appetizer that looks insanely impressive but takes minimal effort, this is it. A melty Brie puff pastry wreath layered with either cranberry sauce or raspberry jalapeño jam (trust me, both are elite), salty pistachios, and golden pastry — and it always disappears in minutes.
This is a crowd-pleaser you can assemble ahead, bake right before guests arrive, and serve warm on a pretty platter with fresh rosemary around the edges for those cozy holiday vibes.
⭐️ Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ½–¾ cup cranberry sauce or raspberry jalapeño jam
- 8–10 oz Brie, sliced (rind on is fine)
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 egg (optional, for egg wash)
- Fresh rosemary, for garnish (optional)
🥣 Directions
- Prep the pastry
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour the counter and roll out your puff pastry into a large circle (I just place a mixing bowl on top and cut around it with a knife).
2. Create the “fold zone”
Gently press a smaller bowl in the center to make a faint circle — this shows you where to cut. Slice that inner circle into 8–10 wedge shapes (think like slices of pizza), but keep them attached.
3. Add the filling
Spread your cranberry sauce or raspberry jalapeño jam in a ring around the outer edge, staying within the two circles. Sprinkle pistachios over the jam, then layer slices of Brie on top.
4. Fold and shape
Lift each inner triangle and fold it outward over the filling toward the outer edge, tucking slightly if needed to create a pretty wreath shape.
5. Bake
Brush lightly with egg wash if you want extra shine. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and bubbly.
6. Garnish + serve
Let cool for 5 minutes. Slide onto a platter and tuck fresh rosemary sprigs around the wreath for decoration.
📝 Tips & Swaps
- Sweet heat option: Raspberry jalapeño jam gives a subtle spicy kick that people always ask about.
- Nut-free version: Skip pistachios and serve with toasted sourdough or crackers on the side.
- Make-ahead: Assemble up to 4 hours early, refrigerate, then bake before serving.
- Serving idea: Add a small bowl of extra jam in the middle of the wreath for dipping.
👀 What to Serve With It
- A glass of bubbly
- Your favorite holiday cocktail
- Simple side salad with a clean, seed-oil-free dressing
🧺 Storage
Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
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