Do you need some party appetizer ideas? Prosciutto Wrapped Brie is a simple, elegant three-ingredient appetizer that pairs creamy Brie, salty prosciutto, and tart cranberry sauce. It looks impressive but is incredibly easy to prepare — a guaranteed hit at your next gathering.
⭐ Why You’ll Love Prosciutto Wrapped Brie
- Versatile: Works beautifully on a charcuterie board or as a standalone appetizer for holidays or everyday entertaining.
- Easy to Make: Only three ingredients and minimal prep time make this perfect when guests arrive soon.
- Delicious Flavor Balance: The salty, delicate prosciutto complements the rich, melty Brie, while cranberry sauce adds a bright sweet-tart contrast.
🥣 Ingredient Notes
- Whole Cranberry Sauce: Canned or homemade both work well — use what you prefer.
- Brie Wheel: An 8 oz round Brie is ideal. Choose a soft, creamy wheel so the center gets gooey when warmed.
- Prosciutto: Use thinly sliced prosciutto so it wraps easily and crisps slightly in the oven.
📋 How To Make Prosciutto Wrapped Brie
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Unwrap the Brie and place it on a cutting board.
Step 2: Arrange prosciutto slices over the top of the Brie in a slight fan so the cheese is fully covered.
Step 3: Flip the Brie so the prosciutto is underneath, then spoon about 2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce onto the top of the cheese.
Step 4: Carefully fold and wrap the prosciutto around the sides of the Brie so the wheel is completely covered.
Step 5: Transfer the wrapped Brie to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, then broil for 2–3 minutes to give the prosciutto a bit of color. Watch carefully while broiling to avoid burning.
Step 6: Place the baked Brie on a serving platter and surround it with sliced bread, crostini, crackers, or apple slices for easy dipping.
👩🏻🍳 Expert Tips
- Keep it melty: The Brie will firm up as it cools. If needed, warm individual slices for a few seconds in the microwave to soften before serving.
- Serve ideas: Pair with bread, crostini, crackers, or apple slices to balance the rich cheese and salty prosciutto.
🤷🏻♀️ Recipe FAQs
Use enough slices (about 6–8) to fully cover the Brie wheel. Thin slices wrap and crisp most nicely.
Substitute 2 tablespoons of your favorite preserves for a sweeter profile, or drizzle honey over the top after baking for extra sweetness.
Store leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat briefly before serving to restore the creamy texture.
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📖 Recipe
Prosciutto Wrapped Brie
Prosciutto Wrapped Brie combines creamy Brie, salty prosciutto, and tart cranberry sauce for a flavorful three-ingredient appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Whole Cranberry Sauce
- 8 oz Brie Wheel
- 4 oz Prosciutto (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Unwrap the Brie and place it on a cutting board.
- Arrange prosciutto over the Brie in a fan pattern to cover the cheese.
- Flip the Brie so the prosciutto is underneath, then spoon 2 tablespoons of cranberry sauce on top.
- Carefully fold the prosciutto around the sides so the Brie is fully wrapped.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, then broil 2–3 minutes to color the prosciutto. Watch closely while broiling.
- Transfer to a serving platter and surround with bread, crackers, or apple slices.
Notes
- The Brie firms as it cools; rewarm briefly in the microwave if you need it melty again.
- Serve with crostini, crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices for contrast.
Nutrition (approx.)
- Calories: 213 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Fat: 18 g