Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Hot Honey Recipe
This Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Hot Honey is a show-stopping appetizer perfect for entertaining. A creamy wheel of Brie cheese is wrapped in flaky puff pastry, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey that balances the rich cheese beautifully. Serve it warm with an assortment of crackers, toasted baguettes, and fresh fruit for a deliciously elegant starter.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Baked Brie:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 ounces round Brie cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
For Serving:
- 1/4 cup hot honey (or more as needed)
- Crackers, toasted baguette slices, sliced apples, pears, persimmon, grapes, or figs
Instructions
- Thaw and Roll Puff Pastry: Let the puff pastry sheet sit at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours until softened. Then, gently roll it out slightly to prepare for shaping.
- Cut Pastry Circle: Using a plate or a round cutter as a guide, cut an 8 to 9 inch circle from the puff pastry. Save the scraps for other uses like mini tarts.
- Prepare Cheese and Egg Wash: Place the whole Brie wheel, with rind on, in the center of the pastry circle. Beat the egg with a teaspoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of the pastry with this egg wash to help seal.
- Wrap the Brie: Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry around the Brie, pleating and pressing to seal the cheese completely inside the pastry.
- Chill before Baking: Place the wrapped Brie on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up the pastry and cheese for better baking results.
- Preheat Oven and Bake: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Brush the outside of the pastry with the egg wash again and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Add Honey: Remove from oven and transfer the Brie on the baking sheet to a wire rack to cool slightly. Drizzle 2 to 4 tablespoons of hot honey evenly over the top, letting the pastry edges keep it contained. Let it cool at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Serve your baked Brie with an assortment of crackers, toasted baguette slices, and fresh fruit like apples, pears, persimmon, grapes, or figs for a perfect contrast of flavors and textures.
Notes
- You can use the leftover puff pastry scraps to make small cheese tarts or crisps by sprinkling with sugar or herbs and baking separately.
- Ensure the Brie is chilled before wrapping to prevent it from melting too quickly during baking.
- Hot honey can be substituted with regular honey if you prefer less spice.
- Letting the baked Brie cool for 20 minutes is important for easier slicing and to avoid burning from molten cheese.
- Using parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Keywords: Baked Brie, Puff Pastry, Hot Honey, Appetizer, Cheese, Party Food
