Preparation Steps

• Add the apple cider, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, ginger, and nutmeg into a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugars dissolve completely.
• Once dissolved, add the fresh cranberries and increase heat until the mixture begins to boil.
• Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about ten minutes, or until all cranberries have burst and the sauce thickens.
• Remove from heat and let the cranberry sauce cool slightly before using.
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Place the brie wheel in a shallow baking dish. Make several small cuts in the top rind to allow flavors to penetrate.
• Top the brie generously with the prepared cranberry sauce.
• Bake in the preheated oven for fifteen minutes, or until the cheese is soft and melted.
• Remove from oven and drizzle honey over the warm brie. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.
• Serve immediately with crackers or crusty bread.