Baked Brie Appetizer
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Baked Brie Appetizer
Description
The Baked Brie Appetizer features an 8-ounce wheel of triple cream brie baked at 350°F until melted and soft, about 18 to 20 minutes. The cheese is then drizzled with honey and garnished with fresh sprigs of thyme or rosemary to add aromatic herbal notes. Served warm, the creamy, rich texture of the brie contrasts with the crunchy toasted baguette slices, crackers, and mixed nuts such as pistachios and walnuts.
Accompanying fresh slices of apple and seedless red grapes provide a crisp, fruity counterpoint to the decadent cheese. The assembly creates a range of textures and flavors, combining creamy, sweet, nutty, and tart elements. This appetizer suits sharing and pairs well with wine.
Leftover brie can be stored airtight in the refrigerator for a couple of days and reheated gently in the microwave until warm again. The triple cream brie adds extra richness compared to standard brie cheeses, available in many grocery deli sections.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) wheel triple cream brie cheese
- 2-3 tablespoon honey
- 2-3 prigs thyme or rosemary, fresh
- ½ baguette sliced and toasted
- 2 ounces crackers
- 1 apple sliced, large
- 2 cups grape red, seedless
- ¼ cup pistachios shelled
- ¼ cup walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the brie on the prepared baking sheet and bake until the cheese is melted, about 18–20 minutes. Remove from the oven and use a spatula to carefully place the brie onto a cheese board. Drizzle the honey on top and add a couple sprigs of thyme or rosemary.
- Serve warm with the toasted baguette slices, crackers, apples, grapes, pistachios and walnuts.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheat gently in the microwave until warm.
- You can find triple cream brie widely in grocery stores' deli sections, though availability varies.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1oz | |
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 339mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 230IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 94mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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