This baked brie recipe is made with only four ingredients and is so easy to put together. Your party guests will want this simple appetizer every time they come over.
Baked Brie is one of my all time favorite appetizers. It is insanely easy to make, and there is just nothing better than baked cheese. The rind on the brie works like magic to hold all the cheese inside while it bakes, leaving you with a perfect gorgeous dish. This is ideal for parties, but I won’t judge you if you make it dinner.
Simple Baked Brie Ingredients
The combination of flavors and creamy textures steal the show in this amazing and simple recipe. With just a few minutes of hands-on time, it is made with just four ingredients!
- Brie cheese: Known for its soft, creamy texture and rich flavor, it is best served at room temperature or warm like in this recipe. We are using an eight-ounce wheel in this easy baked brie recipe. It could be substituted with Camembert.
- Honey: Adds the perfect amount of gooey sweetness that compliments the flavor of the cheese perfectly.
- Orange marmalade: A marmalade is a fruit preserve made with the peel and juice of citrus fruit and sugar. While orange is my favorite fruit in this recipe, I share some other jams that pair well below.
- Pecans: While these are optional, the salty crunch that they add is so delicious.
How to Bake Brie
Here is a brief overview of how to bake brie and create a creamy and delicious appetizer. For the full recipe including all measurements, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Layer the ingredients. Put your unwrapped brie on a baking sheet. Top with orange marmalade and honey
- Bake the brie. You want it to be nice and melty, about 12-15 minutes.
- Toast the pecans. While the brie bakes, toast the pecans in a skillet on the stove top. This takes about 5 minutes and adds a nice layer of flavor.
- Let the brie sit. Let the brie rest for five minutes after baking. Top with pecans and enjoy!
What to Serve With Baked Brie
Baked brie is best served and enjoyed while it is warm and melty. As it cools, the cheese will harden again. Serve it with a sliced baguette, or with crackers. The best crackers for baked brie are plain or lightly salted and sturdy for scooping. This is also delicious served with fruit on the side like grapes and apple slices.
Tips and Tricks
I’m not sure if there is a more simple appetizer to make, but here are a few tips to keep in mind:
- Don’t take the rind off the brie. It is completely edible, and it helps hold the brie together while baking.
- Bake this on a parchment-lined baking sheet. While the brie won’t ooze all over during baking, the honey sometimes does. Using parchment paper makes for easy clean up and helps you move the brie from the cheese to the serving platter.
- Bake the brie long enough to get nice and melty. That is about 15 to 20 minutes. You can check it with a toothpick in a middle, it should insert very easily.
- Let your brie sit after baking. Letting the brie rest for a few minutes helps that first cut from running all over the serving platter.
Variations and Substitutions
Even with a recipe as simple as this one, there are a few variations you can make to adjust it to your liking and what you have on hand.
- Change up the topping. The marmalade and honey topping is absolutely delicious, but there are lots of other great options like cranberry sauce, raspberry jam, apricot preserves, or even caramelized onions for a savory take.
- Change the nuts. I love the crunch and bit of salt that the nuts add to this recipe, but you could certain leave them off or switch them up. Pistachios, chopped walnuts, and sliced almonds are all great in this recipe.
Storing Leftovers
This baked brie cheese appetizer is best served fresh. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat it in the microwave or oven. Always use your best discretion with leftovers.
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Other Great Appetizer Recipes
This honey baked brie appetizer is perfect for hosting. Here are some of my other favorite appetizer recipes:
If you try this baked brie appetizer or any of my other recipes, please leave a comment and let me know what you think!
Baked Brie with Honey
Ingredients
- 8 ounce wheel of brie rind left on, wrapper removed (226.8 grams)
- 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup pecan pieces optional (29 grams)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the brie on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Spread the marmalade on top and then drizzle with honey.8 ounce wheel of brie, 2 tablespoons orange marmalade, 1 tablespoon honey
- Bake the brie for 15 to 20 minutes. Check the brie with a toothpick in the middle. It should be very easy to insert.
- While the brie is baking, toast the pecans in a skillet over medium low heat for about five minutes, stirring often. Allow the pecans to get lightly brown and fragrant.1/4 cup pecan pieces
- Let the brie sit for 5 minutes before topping with toasted pecans and serving.
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