This Brown Sugar Baked Brie is the perfect way to impress your guests. A wheel of brie cheese is coated with a sweet topping, then baked until golden brown and bubbly.
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Why you'll love this recipe
The rich, creamy cheese pairs perfectly with the crunchy brown sugar topping. Serve this dish with sliced apples or crackers for an easy yet elegant appetizer or dessert.
✔️ Easy and delicious this gooey brie is a great way to whip a last minute appetizer recipe.
✔️ This easy appetizer is perfect for entertaining. Your guests will love this brown sugar brie recipe.
✔️ Ready in 30 mins or less, this brie appetizer is great for holidays, or as part of your fall traditions.
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- wheel brie cheese
- brown sugar
- chopped pecans
Instructions
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- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Slice the top rind from the top of the cheese brie.
- Place it in the skillet with the rind side down.
- Top with brown sugar and bake until the brown sugar is melted and the cheese is gooey and bubbly. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with chopped pecans. Serve with French bread, crackers, or thinly sliced fruit.
Equipment
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- cast iron skillet
- sharp knife
FAQ's
Yes, you should remove the rind from the brie before baking. The rind will become tough and chewy when baked.
No, you should not cover brie when baking. Covering the cheese will prevent it from browning and bubbling up.
No, you can bake brie straight from the refrigerator. It will take a bit longer to bake, but it won't affect the texture or flavor of the cheese.
Brie is done when it is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. The center should still be slightly soft.
Things to know
- This brie can be served warm or at room temperature.
- For best results, use a wheel of brie that is about 8-10 inches in diameter.
- If you don't have a cast iron skillet on hand, make sure that your skillet is oven-safe.
- Instead of a skillet, you can also place brie in a baking dish like a metal cake pan or pie plate. Just make sure that the whole wheel can fit into your baking dish.
- This buttery brie cheese pairs with crackers, fresh fruit like apple slices or green grapes, crescent rolls, baguette slices, or your favorite baked bread.
- Add a little bit of extra flavor to this easy appetizer by topping it with toasted pecans instead of raw nuts on top.
Variations
- Try adding different tree nuts, such as walnuts or almonds. You can also add dried cranberries for a festive look.
- For a savory version, try topping the brie with cooked and crumbled bacon or diced tomatoes.
- If you want an extra kick of flavor, sprinkle some herbs like rosemary or thyme over the top of the brie.
- For a spicier version, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the topping.
- Alternatively, you could also sprinkle some cinnamon or pumpkin spice over the top for an autumn-inspired version.
Storage
Refrigerate - Cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer - I don't recommend freezing this recipe as the texture and flavor won't be the same.
Reheat - Reheat in a preheated 350-degree oven for 8-10 minutes until warm.
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3 Ingredient Baked Brie
Ingredients
- 1 wheel brie cheese
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Slice the top rind from the top of the cheese brie.
- Place it in the skillet with the sliced side up.
- Top with brown sugar and bake until the brown sugar is melted and the cheese is gooey and bubbly. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with chopped pecans. Serve with French bread, crackers or thinly sliced fruit.
Lois says
This is a wonderful dip. Great to serve or take to any party. Love it.