Baked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Sourdough

Warm, cheesy, buttery, and absolutely irresistible!

Looking for the perfect appetizer to share with family and friends? This Baked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Sourdough is a delicious combination of creamy melted Brie, sweet cranberry sauce, fragrant rosemary, and golden, buttery sourdough bread, finished with a drizzle of honey.

It's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for holiday entertaining, cozy gatherings, or anytime you want to serve something a little extra special.

The best part? Everyone can simply pull apart a warm, cheesy piece and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 1 round artisan sourdough loaf
  • 200 g Brie cheese
  • Cranberry sauce or cranberry jam, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, roughly chopped
  • 150 g butter, melted
  • Honey, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

  2. Prepare the Sourdough

    Using a sharp bread knife, make diagonal cuts across the loaf, approximately 2 cm (¾ inch) apart.

    Be careful not to cut all the way through to the bottom. You want the loaf to remain intact.

    Turn the bread and repeat the diagonal cuts in the opposite direction, creating a crisscross pattern of small squares.

  3. Add the Rosemary Butter

    In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and freshly chopped rosemary.

    Generously brush the rosemary butter over the entire loaf, making sure to get plenty between the cuts.

  4. Stuff with Brie

    Slice the Brie into thin strips or small pieces.

    Gently tuck the cheese into the cuts throughout the loaf, distributing it evenly so every bite has delicious melted Brie.

  5. Add the Cranberry Sauce

    Using a small spoon or knife, spread cranberry sauce or jam between the slices of bread.

    Add as much or as little as you prefer, depending on how sweet you like it.

  6. Bake Until Warm and Melty

    Wrap the prepared loaf in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.

    Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the Brie is beautifully melted and the bread is heated through.

    For a crispier, golden top, carefully open the foil during the final few minutes of baking.

  7. Drizzle and Serve

    Remove the bread from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil.

    Finish with a generous drizzle of honey for the perfect touch of sweetness.

    Serve warm and let everyone pull apart their own delicious, cheesy pieces!

Serving Suggestions

This beautiful pull-apart sourdough makes a wonderful centrepiece for:

  • Holiday gatherings and Christmas entertaining
  • Girls' nights and wine evenings
  • Family celebrations
  • Weekend brunches
  • Cozy evenings with friends

A Little Extra Tip: Garnish with a few fresh rosemary sprigs and a handful of dried cranberries for an extra-festive presentation.

The combination of warm Brie, tart cranberries, fragrant rosemary, and sweet honey makes every bite something special.

Make It with Homestead Foods Sourdough!

A great recipe starts with great bread! Pick up a fresh loaf of our artisan sourdough at Homestead Foods and turn it into something truly delicious.