Smoked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread

Smoked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread is a rich, crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines creamy smoked Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and soft, golden bread. Perfect for holiday gatherings, game days, or cozy evenings, this pull-apart loaf is designed for sharing and effortless snacking.

The bread is layered with chunks of smoked Brie that melt into gooey pockets of flavor, while sweet-tart cranberries add a festive contrast in every bite. Finished with a hint of herbs and a buttery glaze, it bakes into a beautifully caramelized centerpiece that looks as impressive as it tastes.

This Smoked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread pairs wonderfully with sparkling wine, mulled drinks, or a simple cheese and charcuterie board. It works equally well as a starter, a side dish, or a standout addition to any holiday recipes collection.

Easy to assemble and irresistibly aromatic straight from the oven, Smoked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread turns any table into a warm, inviting celebration.

Servings 4-6

🧀🔥 Ninja Woodfire Smoked Brie & Cranberry Pull-Apart Bread

Melty • Festive • Smoky • Shareable

🧺 Ingredients 

• 1 round crusty loaf (sourdough or farmhouse boule works best)
• 1 whole wheel of brie (200–250g), chilled
• 4–5 tbsp cranberry sauce (chunky or smooth)
• 2–3 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
• 1 tsp rosemary, chopped
• Salt & black pepper
• Optional:
  
• 2 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts
• Honey drizzle
• Dried cranberries for garnish

Cooking Pellets

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Directions

🔪 Prep the Bread

1. Place the loaf on a board.
2. Using a sharp bread knife, cut deep criss-cross slices:
   
• About 2–3 cm apart, stopping just before cutting through the base.
1. Slice the brie into thin wedges.
2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt & pepper.

🧈 Assemble

1. Pry open the bread cuts gently using your fingers.
2. Stuff a piece of brie into every gap.
3. Spoon or pipe cranberry sauce into the gaps around the cheese.
4. Brush the garlic-herb butter all over the bread, letting it drip into the cracks.
5. Sprinkle chopped nuts on top (optional for crunch).

🔥 Cook in the Ninja Woodfire

Using Bake/Roast Tray

1. Preheat the Ninja Woodfire to Bake/Roast 180°C.
2. Add 1 scoop of pellets → select Bake + Smoke for extra depth.
3. Place the stuffed loaf on a piece of foil or a small tray.
4. Bake for 14–18 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
5. For a crisp top, give it an extra 2–3 minutes at the end.

Using the Crisper Basket (super crispy)

• Place the loaf on foil shaped into a tray.
• Bake 12–16 minutes, smoking mode optional but recommended.

⭐ Festive Finish

• Drizzle with honey
• Top with fresh thyme, chopped pecans, or dried cranberries
• Serve hot and pull apart at the table