This Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath is the showstopper appetizer that looks incredibly impressive but comes together with minimal effort, making it perfect for holiday entertaining. Buttery crescent roll dough forms a beautiful wreath shape that gets filled with creamy brie cheese, crispy bacon, crunchy pecans, and sweet-tart cranberries—a combination that hits every flavor note. A drizzle of honey and sprinkle of fresh rosemary add the finishing touches that make this taste as good as it looks, while the golden, flaky pastry creates an irresistible presentation that disappears as fast as you can slice it.
Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath
Recipe by Daily Disher
Bacon Brie Crescent Wreath features crescent roll dough wrapped around creamy brie, crispy bacon, pecans, and dried cranberries, drizzled with honey and baked until golden.
Course: Appetizer
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
8
Prep time
20 minutes
Cooking time
25 minutes
Calories
320 kcal
45 minutes
Ingredients
1 package refrigerated crescent rolls
8 slices bacon
8 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed
½ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup dried cranberries
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
½ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon mat.
2.
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
3.
Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into individual triangles, arranging them in a circular shape on the baking sheet.
4.
Overlap the wide ends of the triangles slightly to form a wreath base, ensuring the narrow ends point outward.
5.
Cut the Brie cheese into strips and arrange them over the base of the crescent dough.
6.
Chop the cooked bacon and sprinkle it evenly over the cheese, followed by chopped pecans and dried cranberries.
7.
Drizzle honey over the top of the wreath, then scatter fresh rosemary and black pepper for added flavor.
8.
Fold the narrow ends of the crescent dough triangles over the filling to the center, pressing to seal.
9.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and cooked through.
10.
Allow to slightly cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
320kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg