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Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme

Cranberry Brie Tart with Pancetta & Thyme: Holiday Magic

Delight your guests with this Cranberry Brie Tart featuring savory pancetta and fresh thyme, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry fresh or thawed frozen
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Brie Cheese or substitute with Camembert
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce homemade or fig preserves
  • 4 ounces Pancetta or skip for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme fresh rosemary can also enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • pastry brush
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick, then transfer it to the baking sheet.
  3. Cook diced pancetta in a medium skillet over medium heat for about 3–5 minutes until crispy.
  4. Layer cranberry sauce on the puff pastry, followed by Brie cheese and crispy pancetta.
  5. Fold the pastry edges over the filling, pinching corners to secure.
  6. Brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  7. Bake the tart for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  8. Cool slightly, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Keep puff pastry chilled before use, and consider prepping ahead by refrigerating the assembled tart for up to 2 hours before baking.

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