This Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread is an easy, delicious way to bring holiday flavors to the table in a shareable, crowd-pleasing form that’s sure to impress. Whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any winter celebration, this appetizer is bound to be a hit! This pull-apart bread draws inspiration from classic cheesy appetizers and the seasonal flavors of the holidays. Brie is a well-loved soft cheese known for its luxurious melt, which pairs wonderfully with the vibrant, tangy flavor of cranberries. It’s a great way to reuse leftover cranberry sauce from any holiday meal! If you love cranberry dishes during the holidays, be sure to try Cranberry Chutney, Cranberry Coffee Cake Muffins, or a Cranberry Pistachio Goat Cheese Log.
Why You’ll love this Recipe
People love this appetizer because:
It’s warm, cheesy, and just a bit indulgent—the best comfort food for fall and winter gatherings. Pull-apart bread is ideal for sharing, making it a perfect appetizer for any holiday party. This appetizer is ready in 30 minutes and easy to assemble.
Ingredients - Notes and Substitutions
Bread - A round sourdough loaf or a thick-crust boule works best for this recipe, as it holds up to the fillings and doesn’t get soggy. A regular loaf of crusty bread works as well, just make horizontal cuts instead. Cranberry Sauce - Use my homemade Spiced Ginger Cranberry Sauce or store-bought cranberry sauce. Leftover cranberry sauce is best because it’s not as runny. Brie Cheese - Brie is the perfect holiday melty cheese. You can keep or remove the rind depending on personal preference. Camembert is a great substitute. Herbs - Thyme and rosemary are a delicious holiday blend. Use sage for a different herbaceous flavor. Jalapeño - Jalapeño is the perfect spicy missing piece to this appetizer. Feel free to omit it, remove the seeds, or use pickled jalapeños. Butter - Use salted butter. Sprinkle flaky salt on top of the loaf if you use unsalted butter.
How to make Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread
Preheat the oven to 350℉.
Serving Suggestions
Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread is best served straight out of the oven while the brie is gooey and the bread is warm. Place the bread on a serving board and let everyone pull apart pieces using small forks or toothpicks. It’s perfect as an appetizer alongside other holiday favorites like a Cranberry Pistachio Goat Cheese Log, Mango Chutney Brie Bites, Pear Brie Cracker Bites, and Achaari Deviled Eggs.
Storage Instructions
If you have leftovers, wrap them tightly in saran wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop the bread in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for about 10 minutes, or until warmed through and the cheese is melty. Note that the bread will be softer when reheated, but it will still be delicious!
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