Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is half the battle won! Here’s what you’ll need to create this delicious tart:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 8 oz wheel of brie cheese
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cooked pancetta, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- A pinch of salt
- A pinch of black pepper
If you can’t find fresh cranberries, frozen ones work just as well, and if pancetta isn’t available, bacon is a tasty substitute. The beauty of home cooking is making it work with what you have!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Here’s how you can bring this tart to life:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth out any creases. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a sharp knife, score a border about 1 inch from the edges of the pastry. Be careful not to cut all the way through.
- Place slices of brie evenly within the scored border.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, honey, and sugar. Cook until the cranberries begin to pop and the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Spread the cranberry mixture over the brie slices.
- Sprinkle the diced pancetta and thyme leaves over the top. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden crust.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Let the tart cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy while warm!
Pro tip: Don’t worry if some cranberries escape or if your pastry puffs unevenly. It’s all part of the charm!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme, recipe, cooking, food
