Baked Brie with Apples and Salted Caramel
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Cuisine
American, Canadian, Vegetarian, gluten-free
Baked Brie with Apples and Salted Caramel
Description
This recipe starts by gently baking an 8-ounce wheel of brie until it softens and achieves a delicate creaminess. Meanwhile, apples are sautéed in butter and brown sugar until tender, creating a sweet fruit topping that complements the mild cheese flavor.
Once baked, the brie is transferred to a serving platter, topped with the warm apple mixture, and drizzled with salted caramel sauce to add a touch of richness and a balance of sweet and salty notes. The combination offers a contrast between the buttery, melty cheese and the soft, sweet-tart apples.
The baked brie is served immediately with sturdy pita chips or similar crackers, providing a crunchy texture to accompany the creamy cheese and fruit topping. This makes for an inviting and approachable appetizer or snack that integrates fruit and cheese in a straightforward preparation.
Ingredients
- 8- ounce brie wheel
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 apple chopped, large
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons caramel sauce salted
- Pita chips for serving, or crackers, brand Stacy's
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the wheel of brie on a large baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
- While the brie is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan. Add the chopped apples and brown sugar. Cook until apples are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the brie from the oven and carefully move to a serving platter. Spoon the sautéed apples over the brie. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce. Serve immediately with pita chips.