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This close-up image captures a decadent baked brie with the golden, flaky pastry opened to reveal the gooey, melted cheese oozing out, creating an irresistible visual appeal. The creamy brie contrasts beautifully with the crisp pastry, making it look warm and inviting. Surrounding the brie are rustic seeded crackers and fresh sprigs of rosemary, enhancing the presentation with texture and color. The setting exudes a cozy, festive atmosphere, perfect for a holiday appetizer or a special gathering, with flavors that promise to be both rich and comforting.
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Baked Brie

Baked Brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry, with gooey cheese, cranberry sauce, and optional nuts—a perfect, crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword brie, pastry
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 170kcal
Author Camila Hurst

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry frozen or homemade using this recipe
  • 1 8 oz brie cheese round 5 to 7 inches
  • 1/4 cup cranberry sauce optional (or any jam)
  • 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts

Instructions

  • If using store-bought puff pastry, thaw the puff pastry according to package instructions. You can let it sit at room temperature for 30 min to 1 hour until softened. Or wrap each sheet in paper towels and microwave for 15 seconds on each side. It’s ready to be used when you can easily unfold it. Or use the homemade recipe here.
  • Or make homemade puff pastry dough using this recipe. This recipe will yield enough puff pastry for two baked brie appetizers.
  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Or lightly grease a 9 or 10 inch baking dish.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a 12-inch square, about 1/8-inch thick.
  • Place the brie round in the middle of the pastry.
  • Top with the cranberry sauce or jam, if using. If using chopped nuts, sprinkle them on top.
  • Fold the pastry over the brie, fully encasing it. Brush the whisked egg to help the pastry stick together.
  • Use a knife to score gently around the dough, don’t cut all the way through.
  • Brush the pastry with the beaten egg all over to give it a golden finish.
  • Place the wrapped brie on the prepared baking dish, and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until baked through, golden brown, and crispy.
  • Let the baked brie sit for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Serve with crackers, baguette, or apple slices.

Notes

Homemade Puff Pastry: You can use this recipe for the homemade puff pastry here. If using homemade puff pastry, divide into two equal portions, you will be able to make two baked brie pastries, or you can make one and freeze the remaining dough.
Jam: You can use any jam you’d like such as hot pepper jelly, raspberry jam, apricot preserves, or fig preserves. You can also skip the jam altogether and make it plain.
Mini Baked Brie: Try the mini version of this recipe here.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 170kcal