Baked Brie
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Baked Brie
Description
Baked Brie features a generous round of Brie or Camembert cheese baked at 180°C/350°F until the center becomes soft and almost collapsing, achieving a molten consistency ideal for scooping. The method involves placing the unwrapped cheese in a shallow ovenproof dish or on crumpled parchment paper to prevent excessive spreading during baking.
The recipe suggests a baking time of 15 to 20 minutes for an 8-ounce wheel and up to 25 minutes for a larger 16-ounce portion. Once baked, the cheese is drizzled with honey and topped with a sprig of thyme to add a sweet, floral contrast that complements the creamy richness of the cheese. The dish is served warm with crostini or sturdy crackers, facilitating easy scooping of the melted cheese.
This recipe is flexible regarding the type of Brie, whether economical or higher end, and works equally well with Camembert. Leftover baked brie can be quickly reheated in the microwave to regain its soft texture. It stays scoopable for up to 15 minutes in a ceramic dish, making it suitable for entertaining. The combination of warm creamy cheese, sweet honey, aromatic thyme, and crunchy crostini creates a harmonious appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 250 - 500g / 8 - 16 oz Brie cheese or camembert (good value is fine! Note 1, round
- 2 tbsp honey optional, or maple syrup
- 1 thyme optional, sprig
For Serving:
- Crostini or other sturdy crackers
- 1 grapes or green, optional, bunch, purple
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F (all oven types).
- Unwrap brie and place in a small, shallow ovenproof dish slightly larger than the brie (to be used for serving) OR a piece of crumbled baking / parchment paper (for transference). (Note 2)
- Oven: Bake for 15 to 20 minutes (for 250g/80z), or until melted through. For 500g/1lb brie, increase to 25 minutes. To check, gently touch the centre of the brie - it should feel very soft, like it is about to collapse if you press any harder.
- Microwave option: 2 minutes on high (no one will know!) in 30 second increments.
- Carefully transfer to serving plate / board - it's delicate (transfer on paper if you used paper).
- Drizzle with honey, top with sprig of thyme (if using).
- Serve immediately with crostini on the side for scooping. Provide a knife to cut through the rind and a cheese or pate knife (or similar) to scoop cheese up onto crostini or crackers (plain or fruit/nut flavoured).
Notes
- Use an economical Brie or Camembert; both work well for baking.
- A shallow, ovenproof dish slightly larger than the Brie prevents excessive cheese overflow during baking.
- Check doneness at 15 minutes by gently pressing the center; if it feels very soft or a skewer pulls out melted cheese, it is ready.
- Honey or maple syrup adds a sweet layer; use whichever is on hand or preferred.
- Baked Brie remains soft for about 15 minutes in a ceramic dish before it starts to firm up.
- Leftover baked Brie can be reheated quickly in the microwave for a soft texture.
- A 250g Brie typically serves 6 to 10 people due to its richness and melted volume.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6- 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 38g | |
| Calories | 161cal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 262mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 63mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 247IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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