Baked Brie in Crescent Rolls
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Baked Brie in Crescent Rolls
Description
Baked Brie in Crescent Rolls features a whole wheel of brie wrapped securely in layers of crescent dough, sealing the cheese inside a tender, flaky crust. Once baked until the pastry is golden brown, the brie softens to a luscious, spreadable consistency. The dough is folded and sealed carefully around the cheese to prevent leaks during baking, and an egg wash brushed over the surface promotes an even, glossy finish.
This preparation yields a warm centerpiece appetizer that balances the rich creaminess of brie with the buttery layers of the crescent roll dough. When served warm alongside crackers and fresh fruit, it offers an accessible, shareable dish suitable for gatherings or casual entertaining. The texture contrast between crisp pastry and melted cheese highlights the indulgent characteristics of this recipe.
Leftover baked brie can be refrigerated in an airtight container and gently reheated in short bursts in the microwave to restore softness. This recipe is simple yet yields a visually appealing and flavorful appetizer with minimal hands-on cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg crescent dough sheet 8 oz.
- 1 brie 8-12 oz, wheel
- 1 egg beaten, large
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Roll out the crescent roll dough and cut the dough into 2 rectangles. Place 1 piece of the crescent dough in the center of a no bake cooking sheet.
- Place the brie in the center of the crescent dough. Place the remaining crescent dough on top of the brie. Press the dough evenly around the cheese. Fold the corners of the bottom piece of crescent dough around the top of the brie. Use your hands to gently seal the crescent dough around the brie.
- Brush the pastry all over with the beaten egg with a pastry brush.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown. Let the brie sit for 10-15 minutes
- Move the cheese to a serving platter. Then serve warm with crackers and fruit. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave for 1-2 minutes to soften the cheese before serving again.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.002g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 41mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 158IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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