Baked Brie is one of the easiest, most impressive appetizers you’ve got the option to make.
Baked Brie in puff pastry is a highly impressive appetizer.
It also happens to be one of the easiest to make.
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The puff pastry wrap is a great way to add a bit more flaky texture to contrast the cheese.
Most baked Brie recipes use a sweet jelly or jam, like raspberry, fig, or apricot.
That’s lovely and a great choice if you want something a bit sweeter.
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But we like the slightly sweet, delicately hot pepper jelly.
you’re able to use your ownhomemade pepper jelly, or buy a jar of your favorite.
Like warm, spreadable Brie without the pastry coating?
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Try thisBaked Brie With Pomegranates and Pistachios.
Dig in with a cheese knife, and out will come a river of melty, gooey Brie.
The Brie appetizer will stay warm and melted for about 30 minutes after coming out of the oven.
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And good news: Even when the cheese has hardened up, it’s still plenty of delicious.
Can You Make Baked Brie Ahead of Time?
Yes, in fact it’s a great way to get party-ready before the day of your event.
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But you won’t bake the Brie until just before you plan to serve it.
When you’re ready to bake it, take it straight from the refrigerator to the parchment-lined baking tray.
Do You Cut the Rind off Baked Brie?
You do not want to take the rind off Brie before baking it.
The Brie’s rind is edible and will be a bit softer after baking.
If you cut off the rind, the cheese could leak through the puff pastry during baking.
Should I Warm Brie Before Baking It?
No, this is one time you don’t want to bring cheese to room temperature before eating it.
Cold Brie will warm evenly in the oven.
Ingredients
1/2(17.3-oz.
)pkg.frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
1(8-oz.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread jelly evenly over top of Brie.
Let cool 10 minutes.
Serve with crackers and apple slices.
