Description
Succulent Golden Baked Brie with Caramelized Apples and Thyme elevates classic comfort into gourmet elegance. Warm cheese melts alongside sweet-tangy apples, creating an irresistible centerpiece you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 wheel brie (8–12 ounces / 226–340 grams)
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, sliced
Sauce and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple butter or fig preserves
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing)
- Coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
- Fresh thyme (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425F (220C), creating the ideal environment for a perfectly golden pastry crust.
- Slice apples and coat with butter and maple syrup. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring periodically until they transform into soft, caramelized clusters with deep amber edges.
- Unfold puff pastry onto a baking sheet. Delicately trim a small section of brie’s rind to expose its creamy interior. Generously spread apple butter or fig preserves across the cheese’s surface.
- Carefully envelop the brie with puff pastry, pressing and crimping edges to create a secure seal. Gently brush the exterior with beaten egg and sprinkle coarse sugar for a glistening, crisp exterior.
- Place in preheated oven and bake 20-25 minutes until pastry achieves a rich, golden-brown complexion and develops a satisfying crunch.
- Remove from oven and artfully arrange caramelized apple slices atop the baked brie. Scatter fresh thyme leaves for an aromatic garnish. Serve immediately while warm, accompanied by crisp crackers or enjoyed independently.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality, creamy brie for the best melting texture and rich flavor profile.
- Ensure puff pastry is completely thawed to prevent cracking and achieve a smooth, even golden crust.
- Customize the dish by experimenting with different preserves like raspberry or apricot jam for varied taste experiences.
- Adapt for gluten-free diets by using gluten-free puff pastry or serving the baked brie without pastry for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg