Roll Wreath with Walnuts & Maple Drizzle Recipe
This Cranberry Brie Crescent Roll Wreath is a festive and flavorful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Featuring creamy Brie cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy toasted walnuts wrapped in golden crescent rolls, then drizzled with sweet maple syrup and honey, this wreath combines savory and sweet elements in a visually stunning and delicious dish.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dough & Cheese
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced into small wedges
Fruit & Nuts
- 1 cup whole cranberries (fresh or thawed)
- 1/3 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts, lightly toasted
Sweeteners & Extras
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional but recommended)
For Egg Wash
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Arrange Crescent Dough: Separate the crescent roll triangles and arrange them in a circular wreath shape on the prepared baking sheet, placing the points pointing outward and overlapping the bases slightly to form the ring.
- Add Cranberry Sauce: Spread a small spoonful of cranberry sauce on the base of each crescent triangle to layer in sweet and tart flavor.
- Layer Brie and Cranberries: Place a wedge of Brie cheese onto each crescent base, then top with a few whole cranberries for freshness and texture.
- Sprinkle Walnuts: Scatter lightly toasted chopped walnuts over the Brie and cranberries to add a satisfying crunch.
- Fold and Form Wreath: Fold the points of each crescent triangle over the filling and tuck them tightly under the inner ring to secure the wreath shape.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and brush it gently over the surface of the crescent dough to create a glossy, golden finish when baked.
- Bake: Bake the wreath for 18 to 22 minutes until the dough is beautifully golden and the Brie cheese inside is melted and gooey.
- Drizzle with Syrup: While the wreath is still warm, drizzle the top with maple syrup and honey for added sweetness and shine.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the optional orange zest over the wreath for a fragrant and citrusy holiday touch, allow it to cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm as a festive appetizer.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed cranberries for best texture.
- Lightly toasting walnuts enhances their flavor and crunch.
- The orange zest is optional but highly recommended for a bright aroma.
- Serve warm to enjoy the gooey melted Brie.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10th of wreath)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cranberry, brie, crescent roll, holiday appetizer, walnut, maple syrup, festive wreath