Garlic Herb Sourdough Bread Stuffed with Brie & Cranberry

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A showstopping pull-apart bread with melty brie, sweet-tart cranberry, and aromatic herbs

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This stuffed sourdough loaf is the ultimate festive appetizer or cozy party snack. Crispy on the outside, gooey inside, and packed with garlicky herb butter, melted brie, and cranberry sauce, it’s impossible to resist. Perfect for holiday gatherings, game day, or a special date night!

Ingredients

  • 1 large round sourdough loaf (about 10-12 inches wide)
  • 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced (rind optional)
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep the Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Using a serrated knife, cut a crosshatch pattern into the top of the loaf (1-inch squares, cutting halfway down).

2. Make the Garlic Herb Butter

  1. Mix melted butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.

3. Stuff & Bake

  1. Gently pry open the bread cuts and stuff with brie slices and dollops of cranberry sauce.
  2. Brush the entire loaf with garlic herb butter, making sure it seeps into the cracks.
  3. Wrap loosely in foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are crispy.

4. Garnish & Serve

  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
  • Serve warm with extra cranberry sauce for dipping.

Tips for Success

✔ Use day-old bread—it holds its shape better when stuffed.
✔ For extra flavor, add 1 tsp honey to the butter mix.
✔ Shortcut: Use pre-minced garlic and dried herbs (1 tsp each).
✔ Make ahead: Assemble (unbaked) and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking.

Serving Suggestions

  • With roasted garlic aioli for dipping
  • As part of a holiday charcuterie board
  • Paired with mulled wine or cider

Final Thoughts

This stuffed sourdough is decadent yet easy, with the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and herbal notes. The pull-apart design makes it fun to share, and the melty brie ensures every bite is luxurious.

Guaranteed to disappear fast at any gathering!

Variation: Swap cranberry for fig jam or caramelized onions.

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