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Baked Brie with Honey and Crostini

Baked Brie with Honey and Crostini

Baked Brie with Honey and Crostini is a luxurious yet simple appetizer that combines the creamy meltiness of brie cheese with the natural sweetness of honey and the satisfying crunch of toasted crostini. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights, this quick-to-make dish balances sweet, savory, and crunchy elements, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Easily customizable with nuts, herbs, and fruit toppings, it delivers effortless elegance and gourmet flavors in under 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1 round wheel of creamy Brie cheese (about 8 oz)
  • 2–3 tablespoons pure honey, for drizzling
  • 1 baguette, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, for brushing crostini

Optional Toppings

  • Fresh herbs such as rosemary or thyme
  • Chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans
  • Sliced figs, apples, or pears (for fruit toppings)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s hot and ready to bake the brie evenly without burning the top.
  2. Prepare the Brie: Place the whole wheel of brie on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a small oven-safe dish. Lightly score the top of the brie if desired to allow honey and toppings to soak in better.
  3. Toast the Crostini: Thinly slice the baguette, brush each slice lightly with olive oil, and bake separately or alongside the brie until crisp and golden.
  4. Bake the Brie: Put the brie in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until soft and oozing but not fully collapsed.
  5. Add Honey and Toppings: Remove the brie from the oven, immediately drizzle generously with honey, and add optional toppings such as fresh herbs or chopped nuts while the cheese is warm.
  6. Serve Warm with Crostini: Arrange the toasted crostini around the warm baked brie for dipping and spreading, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

Notes

  • Let brie come to room temperature before baking to ensure even melting.
  • Use high-quality raw honey for more complex flavor.
  • Slice baguette thinly so crostini become crisp without overpowering the cheese.
  • Watch baking time carefully to avoid overmelting the brie.
  • Add honey and toppings after baking to preserve texture and flavor freshness.
  • Gluten-free option: replace baguette crostini with gluten-free crackers or rice cakes.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 wheel with crostini
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

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