Roasted Beet Rounds with Brie, Cranberries, and Pecans Recipe
A delightful appetizer featuring tender roasted beet rounds topped with creamy Brie, sweet dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and a touch of honey, garnished with fresh herbs for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Beets
- 3 medium beets, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 6 oz Brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup pecans, chopped and toasted
- 1–2 tsp honey for drizzling
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the beet rounds with olive oil, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Toast the Pecans: While the beets roast, toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4 minutes until fragrant and slightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Rounds: Once beets have cooled slightly, place them on a serving platter. Top each slice with a small piece of Brie cheese, a few dried cranberries, and a sprinkle of toasted pecans.
- Melt Brie (Optional): For a warm, gooey topping, place the assembled beet rounds back into the oven for 3 minutes to gently melt the Brie cheese.
- Finish & Serve: Drizzle the assembled bite-sized rounds lightly with honey and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if using. Serve warm or at room temperature for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm beets for the best texture and flavor.
- To peel beets easily, roast them whole first or use a vegetable peeler on raw beets.
- Toast pecans carefully to avoid burning and bring out their flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute Brie with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Adjust honey amount to taste for sweetness balance.
- Serve immediately after melting Brie for the best experience, or serve at room temperature if preferred.
