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If you are looking for a show stopper appetizer, make this Baked Brie in Puff Pastry. It is quick and easy to put together and always a family favorite.
Not only does this recipe only require a few ingredients, once baked it looks you spent all day on it. The puff pastry sheets cook golden brown with a delicious cheesy center. The texture and flavory is amazing and the ingredients can easily purchased at the grocery store.
We love making easy appetizers to serve for the holidays or for game day gatherings. We have made a basic Brie Recipe, Baked Brie with Jam and Baked Brie Recipes in Crescent Rolls. Both are always a family favorite and served easily with crackers and fresh fruit.
Table of Contents
What is Brie Cheese?
Brie cheese is a soft, butter cheese that can be purchased at the grocery store. There are different flavors to choose from, so choose what you prefer.
Ingredients
Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
Recipe Variations
- Jam – When serving you can add a jam topping or honey. It taste amazing and adds a sweet and savory flavor. We have topped with apricot jam, raspberry jam, pepper jelly or fig jam. You can even top with cranberry sauce.
How to Make Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Step 1 – Dust a work surface with the flour and roll out the puff pastry into a 11 inch square.
Step 2 – Place the brie in the center of the puff pastry. Fold the corners to the center of the brie forming a neat package. Use your hands to seal the puff pastry around the brie.
Step 3 – Place the pastry covered brie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the pastry all over with the beaten egg with a pastry brush.
Step 4 – Bake for 35-40 minutes until the pastry is golden brown in a preheated oven. Let the brie sit for 10-15 minutes then place on a serving platter with a sharp knife.
Recipe Tips
- Puff Pastry – Puff pastry can be found in the freeze section. It will need to be thawed before using. Roll the pastry out on a floured surface.
- Covering the Brie – Place the brie in center of the pastry sheet. Then wrap the brie with edges until completely covered.
- Cover with Egg – For a crispy texture cover the pastry in egg wash.
What to Serve with Baked Brie in Puff Pastry?
This baked brie is delicious served with many different sides. These are some that are always a crowd favorite.
- Pecans
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Fresh Fruit – Grapes, apple slices, pears
- French Bread Loaf
Frequently Asked Questions
Baked brie is best baked minutes before serving. The pastry could get soggy if reheated.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is soft.
This puff pastry bake brie bakes in about 40 minutes. Cooking time may vary based on the size of the cheese and your oven. You will know it is done cooking when the pastry is golden brown.
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Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Dust a work surface with the flour and roll out the puff pastry into a 11 inch square. Defrost the puff pastry if it’s frozen.
- Place the brie in the center of the puff pastry. Fold the corners to the center of the brie forming a neat package. Use your hands to seal the puff pastry around the brie.
- Place the pastry covered brie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the pastry all over with the beaten egg with a pastry brush.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the party 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 and enjoy!
