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Cranberry and Brie Filo Crackers Recipe

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Crisp and flaky cranberry and brie filo crackers featuring a buttery filo pastry filled with creamy brie, tart cranberry sauce, and crunchy almond flakes, finished with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or snack for gatherings.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 6 sheets frozen filo pastry thawed
  • 50 g butter melted

      • Filling

      • 250 g brie cut into long slices
      • 275 g cranberry sauce
      • ¼ cup flaked almonds

      Topping

      • 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) and line two baking trays with parchment paper. Set aside to prepare the pastry.
  2. Prepare Filo Sheets: Lay the thawed filo sheets flat on a clean surface. Cut each sheet into 3 lengthwise strips, then cut those strips in half widthwise to produce a total of 36 squares.
  3. Assemble Crackers: Place one filo square on the surface and keep the remaining sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Brush the filo square generously with melted butter. At one end of the square, place a slice of brie, a teaspoon of cranberry sauce, and a teaspoon of flaked almonds. Carefully roll the pastry up towards the opposite end and pinch both ends to seal and form a cracker shape.
  4. Repeat Assembly: Repeat the rolling process with the remaining filo squares, butter, brie, cranberry sauce, and almonds until all crackers are assembled.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Transfer the prepared filo crackers onto the lined baking trays. Brush the tops with any remaining melted butter to ensure a golden finish. Sprinkle black sesame seeds evenly over the crackers for added texture and flavor.
  6. Bake: Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the crackers turn golden brown and crispy.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove the crackers from the oven and garnish with fresh rosemary leaves or chopped chives for a fragrant finish. Serve warm or at room temperature as an elegant appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • Keep unused filo sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out while assembling the crackers.
  • You can substitute flaked almonds with chopped pistachios or walnuts for a different nutty flavor.
  • If brie is not available, creamy camembert or a mild goat cheese can be used instead.
  • Use fresh rosemary or chives for garnish to complement the savory and fruity flavors.
  • These crackers are best eaten the same day for optimal crispness but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Find it online: https://lovelycooks.com/cranberry-and-brie-filo-crackers-recipe/