Camembert and Cranberry Pithivier : A Delicious Comfort Food That Your Family Will Love!

Posted on December 23, 2025

This Camembert and Cranberry Pithivier comes together in about 30 minutes and bakes up golden and flaky, making it a quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will love! Seriously, it’s as simple as one-two-three, perfect for those busy nights when you want something fabulous without spending all evening in the kitchen. And here’s the best part: you can switch up the ingredients to suit your taste or use it as a ‘clean out the fridge’ meal to get rid of those odds and ends hanging out in your fridge!

What You’ll Need

Ingredients

1 sheet of puff pastry : Store-bought is totally fine!
150g camembert cheese, sliced : Or brie if you can’t find camembert
100g cranberry sauce : Homemade or canned works, your choice!
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash) : This gives that beautiful, golden finish.
Salt and pepper to taste : A couple pinches of each will do.

Let’s Get Cooking!

So, here’s how to create this masterpiece that’s as comforting as it is tasty:

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). This ensures it’s nice and hot when you pop in the pithivier, giving it that perfect rise.
Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut out two circles. You want them to be about 10 inches in diameter. Don’t stress about making them perfect rustic is in!
Place one of the circles on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Feel free to get creative here; crumble some herbs or sprinkle some cheese on the tray first if you’re feeling adventurous!
Layer the slices of camembert and then the cranberry sauce in the center of the first pastry circle, leaving a good 1-inch border around the edges.
Season with a couple of pinches of salt and pepper, don’t skip this step! It really enhances all those flavors.
Place the second pastry circle on top, then seal the edges by pressing down with a fork. You can also crimp the edges for a fancy look, but hey, no judgment if you want to keep it simple.
Brush the top with the beaten egg, letting it get all golden and shiny as it bakes. This is what we call a little food magic, my friends!
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up. Oh, and the smell it’s like a warm hug that fills your kitchen!
Let the pithivier cool for a few minutes before serving; trust me, it’s worth the wait. Those flavors will just deepen and grow wonderful.

Why I Love This Recipe

I can’t tell you enough how much this pithivier has become my go-to recipe! It’s wonderfully indulgent yet super straightforward. Whenever I’m in need of some cozy comfort food, this is the one I turn to. I’m a real sucker for the combination of creamy, gooey camembert paired with sweet, tangy cranberry sauce. And the fact that you can make this with whatever you have on hand? Game changer! It’s a recipe that’s as adaptable as it is scrumptious. You can stuff this with apples, leftovers, or even nuts endless possibilities!

If you loved this Camembert and Cranberry Pithivier, be sure to check out my Cranberry Poke Cake, my Crispy Deep Fried Marshmallows, or my Tres Leches Eggnog Cake!

Why This Recipe Works

Quick & Easy

This recipe really delivers on speed, coming together in under 30 minutes once your ingredients are prepped. It’s perfect for those nights when you want something comforting without an hour of cooking.

Minimal Cleanup Required

Thanks to that puff pastry and one baking tray, this meal means minimal kitchen mess, you’ve got enough to tidy up after dinner without a mountain of dishes!

Customizable

Want to change it up? Feel free to use any cheese you have on hand, or replace cranberry sauce with apple chutney or even a spicy pepper jam for a kick. The secret to a delicious pithivier is that it works with whatever you have!

Comfort Food

This dish is loaded with tons of flavor, from the rich, creamy cheese to the sweet, tart cranberry sauce. It’s warmth on a plate and perfect for sharing with your loved ones around the dinner table!

Perfect for Meal Prep

I love making this pithivier ahead of time. You can assemble it earlier in the day and then just pop it in the oven when it’s time for dinner. Talk about a lifesaver!

How to Serve This Pithivier

Once your pithivier is out of the oven and cooled slightly, it’s time to enjoy! I love serving mine alongside a simple green salad drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette or even just some crusty bread, because who can resist bread? And don’t forget a scoop of extra cranberry sauce on the side for dipping; it adds a lovely touch!

Storage and Reheating

Storage: This pithivier will stay good in the refrigerator for about 3 days. Just make sure it’s in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Reheating: When you’re ready for seconds, pop it in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10-15 minutes, just until it’s warmed through and the pastry is crispy again.
Freezer Friendly: Yep! You can freeze the unbaked pithivier. Just wrap it up nicely in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe container. When you’re ready to eat, bake from frozen, adding about 10 minutes to the cooking time.

A Little More About Camembert and Cranberry Pithivier

Let’s backtrack a bit. This Camembert and Cranberry Pithivier has become a staple in my home because it’s so versatile. There was one time okay, funny story here when I had a bunch of leftover cheese from a party, and I thought, “What can I do with all this?” And voila! The pithivier was born! I threw it together with whatever I had, and you know what? It turned out even better than I imagined. My kids devoured it, and I realized, yep, this is a winner!

Another aspect I love is how sophisticated it looks while being super unassuming at the same time. Like, you can totally impress friends or family with this dish, and they’ll think you slaved over it for hours! But, shhh your secret is safe with me.

So, if you’re looking for an easy, quick, and seriously delicious dish that feels like a warm hug on a plate? Look no further. Maybe it’s not just the cheese or cranberry but the connection it brings to the dinner table. Food really does bring us together, doesn’t it?

Final Thoughts

So go ahead, whip up this Camembert and Cranberry Pithivier, and let the glorious aroma fill your home. Your family will love it, and it might just become your new go-to recipe for cozy nights in. I know it has for me, and I can’t wait to hear what you think!

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