Description
Delight in these elegant Cranberry and Brie Filo Crackers, featuring crisp, buttery filo pastry filled with creamy brie and tangy cranberry sauce, topped with crunchy almonds and black sesame seeds. Perfect as a sophisticated appetizer or festive snack, these bite-sized treats offer a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 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
- Fresh rosemary leaves or chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare trays: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
- Prepare filo sheets: Lay the thawed filo sheets flat on your work surface. Cut each sheet into 3 lengthwise strips, then cut each strip in half widthwise to create 36 squares in total.
- Assemble crackers: Place one filo square on the surface and keep the remaining sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Brush the square with melted butter. Add a slice of brie, a teaspoon of cranberry sauce, and a teaspoon of flaked almonds at one end of the square, then carefully roll up the pastry. Pinch the ends to seal and form a cracker shape. Repeat this process with all the filo sheets.
- Prepare for baking: Arrange the rolled filo crackers on the lined trays. Brush the tops with the remaining melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with black sesame seeds to add flavor and texture.
- Bake until golden: Place the trays in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the filo turns a beautiful golden brown and is crisp to the touch.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, remove the crackers from the oven and garnish with fresh rosemary leaves or chopped chives for an aromatic and elegant finish. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Ensure filo pastry remains covered with a damp towel during preparation to prevent it from drying out and becoming brittle.
- You can substitute cranberry sauce with other fruit preserves like raspberry or apricot for a different twist.
- Use a light hand when brushing butter to keep crackers crisp without sogginess.
- These crackers can be made a few hours ahead and reheated briefly before serving.
- For a nut-free version, omit the flaked almonds and substitute with toasted seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Keywords: cranberry brie crackers, filo pastry appetizers, holiday snacks, baked finger food, brie and cranberry pastry
