Walnut Glazed Brie
Indulge your guests with the ultimate party appetizer: Walnut Glazed Brie. This effortless yet elegant dish features a creamy wheel of brie cheese baked to perfection and topped with a luscious glaze made from melted butter, brown sugar, honey, and vanilla, infused with the crunch of chopped walnuts. Optional dried cranberries add a pop of tartness for a festive touch. In just 25 minutes, transform simple ingredients into a decadent, crowd-pleasing centerpiece that pairs beautifully with crispy crackers or warm slices of baguette. Perfect for holiday gatherings, wine nights, or any occasion that calls for a touch of gourmet flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 small (8 oz) wheel of brie cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cup (chopped) walnuts
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries (optional)
- 1 package or loaf crackers or sliced baguette (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small baking dish or pie plate with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Place the wheel of brie cheese in the prepared baking dish. Leave the rind intact as it helps the cheese hold its shape while baking.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar and honey, mixing until combined and smooth.
Add the chopped walnuts and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir well to coat the walnuts in the glaze evenly. If desired, stir in the dried cranberries for a touch of tartness.
Pour the walnut glaze mixture evenly over the top of the brie cheese in the baking dish.
Bake the brie in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is softened and slightly melted but not completely oozing out.
Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and let the brie cool for 3-5 minutes to allow the glaze to set slightly.
Serve the Walnut Glazed Brie warm with crackers or slices of baguette for dipping. Enjoy this creamy, sweet, and nutty appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.1 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.7 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 274 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2959 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.2 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 902 mg | 19% | |
*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.
