Cranberry and Brie Filo Crackers Recipe
Cranberry and Brie Filo Crackers are elegant, bite-sized appetizers featuring delicate, crispy filo pastry filled with creamy brie cheese, tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy almonds. Perfectly golden and sprinkled with black sesame seeds, these crackers offer a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors ideal for holiday gatherings or classy snack platters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 36 crackers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Ingredients
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Pastry and Butter
- 6 sheets frozen filo pastry (thawed)
- 50 g butter (melted)
Filling
- 250 g brie (cut into long slices)
- 275 g cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup flaked almonds
Topping
- 1 tbsp black sesame seeds
- Optional: rosemary leaves or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Filo Sheets: Lay the thawed filo pastry sheets flat on a work surface. Cut each sheet into nine squares by dividing into thirds lengthwise and halves widthwise, resulting in a total of 36 squares. Keep the unused sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out.
- Assemble Crackers: Take one filo square and brush it evenly with melted butter. Place a slice of brie, about one teaspoon of cranberry sauce, and a teaspoon of flaked almonds at one end of the square. Roll the pastry tightly around the fillings into a small cylindrical shape, then pinch both ends to seal and form a cracker shape. Repeat this process with all remaining squares.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the assembled filo crackers on the lined baking trays. Brush the tops generously with the remaining melted butter to achieve a golden finish when baked. Sprinkle black sesame seeds evenly over the crackers for added flavor and texture.
- Bake: Place the trays in the oven and bake the crackers for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the filo pastry is crisp and turns a beautiful golden brown color.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and optionally garnish with fresh rosemary leaves or chopped chives for a burst of herbal aroma. Serve warm or at room temperature as an elegant appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Keep unused filo sheets covered with a damp towel at all times to prevent them from drying out and becoming brittle.
- You can substitute brie with camembert or another soft cheese if preferred.
- For a nut-free option, omit the flaked almonds and substitute with more seeds or leave them out entirely.
- These crackers are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated briefly to restore crispness.
- Adjust the amount of cranberry sauce to taste depending on your preferred level of sweetness and tartness.
Keywords: cranberry brie crackers, filo pastry appetizers, holiday snacks, baked filo bites, brie cheese snacks
