Savory Brie En Croute
Indulge in the elegance of this Savory Brie En Croute—a crowd-pleasing appetizer wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry. Inside, you'll find a creamy Brie cheese wheel crowned with caramelized onions sautéed in butter, a drizzle of honey, and fresh thyme for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-savory filling. This gourmet treat is easy to prepare, with just 20 minutes of prep time, yet delivers an impressive presentation that’s ideal for dinner parties, holidays, or special occasions. Serve it warm with crispy crackers or slices of baguette to create a memorable centerpiece that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. With its rich flavors, buttery crust, and gooey cheese, this dish is a guaranteed hit that will leave your guests swooning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 unit (8-12 oz) round Brie cheese wheel
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry sheet (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves (fresh)
- 1 unit egg (beaten for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- optional garnish crackers or sliced baguette (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the sliced yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
Stir in the honey and fresh thyme leaves, cooking for an additional 1 minute. Remove from heat and let the onion mixture cool slightly.
Lightly dust a clean work surface with all-purpose flour. Roll out the puff pastry sheet into a square or rectangle large enough to fully enclose the Brie wheel.
Place the Brie wheel in the center of the puff pastry. Spoon the cooled onion mixture onto the top of the Brie.
Gently fold the edges of the puff pastry over the Brie and onion topping, pressing to seal and trimming any excess pastry. Ensure the Brie is completely enclosed.
Flip the wrapped Brie over so the seam is on the bottom and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the puff pastry evenly with the beaten egg to ensure a golden, shiny finish once baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let the Savory Brie En Croute rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing or serving with crackers or sliced baguette.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.5 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.2 g | 351% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 484 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 2164 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.2 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
