Description
A warm and gooey baked brie topped with sweet caramelized apples and a hint of fresh thyme, served with crusty bread or crackers. Perfect for a cozy appetizer or party dish.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) wheel of brie cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 sheet puff pastry (optional, for wrapping)
- 1 egg, beaten (if using puff pastry)
- Crusty bread or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). If using puff pastry, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add apple slices and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over apples and continue to cook until caramelized and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- If using puff pastry, place brie wheel on the center of the pastry. Top with half of the caramelized apples. Fold pastry over the brie, sealing edges. Brush with beaten egg. If not using pastry, place brie on a baking sheet or in a small baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until pastry is golden brown and brie is soft (if using pastry) or until brie is warmed through and soft, about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from oven and top with remaining caramelized apples and fresh thyme. Serve immediately with bread or crackers.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American