Perfect Baked Brie with Honey and Toasted Walnuts
A quick and easy appetizer featuring a creamy wheel of baked brie topped with toasted walnuts and drizzled with honey, perfect for entertaining and cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole wheel of brie cheese (about 8 oz / 225 g), preferably creamy and ripe with a soft rind
- 1/2 cup (60 g) raw walnuts, toasted until lightly golden
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) good-quality honey, such as wildflower or clover
- Fresh thyme sprigs (optional, for garnish)
- Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toast the walnuts by placing 1/2 cup raw walnuts on a dry baking sheet or skillet. Toast for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- Place the whole brie wheel on a parchment-lined baking sheet or oven-safe dish. Optionally, score the rind lightly with a knife in a crisscross pattern to help the cheese ooze evenly.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey evenly over the top of the brie. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts on top, pressing gently so they stick to the honey.
- Bake the brie in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and just starting to ooze but not fully collapsed.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes to set slightly for easier serving. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if using.
- Transfer the brie to a serving platter and surround it with crackers or sliced baguette. Use a small knife or spreader to scoop the warm, melty cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
Toast walnuts carefully to avoid burning; watch the brie while baking to prevent overcooking and excessive leaking. For a nut-free version, substitute walnuts with toasted pumpkin seeds. Serve with sturdy crackers or sliced baguette to avoid crumbling. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in a 300°F oven for about 10 minutes. Avoid microwaving to prevent cheese separation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6 of the bak
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 7
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