Make this incredible Baked Brie with Honey for a warm and gooey appetizer! With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is as delicious as it is easy to prepare.
Turn brie into a cheesy and golden centerpiece with a drizzle of honey for elegant flavor. This dish is perfect for any gathering and feels sophisticated and indulgent without hours of kitchen time!
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🩵 About This Recipe
With under 5 ingredients, this super easy brie and honey appetizer is your new favorite holiday centerpiece! Just pair with some crackers or bread and you've got the ideal snack spread.
Perfect as an afternoon appetizer on Thanksgiving or something to munch on during the winter holidays, this honey brie is as elegant as it is simple.
And if you can't get enough brie, you'll also love this Baked Brie with Jam for another sophisticated appetizer or a Brie Grilled Cheese with Turkey as a tasty main course!
🧂 Gather Your Ingredients
- brie - you'll be able to find full wheels of brie at the grocery store - the 8 ounce size is what I used for this recipe.
- garlic cloves - I recommend going for fresh garlic here since it's such a prominent flavor.
- honey - adds natural sweetness that balances the creamy, slightly tangy brie.
- thyme - contributes earthy, herbal notes that cut through the richness of the cheese and the sweetness of the honey.
🔪 Let's Make Baked Brie with Honey!
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Prepare Brie
Use a small, sharp knife to cut slits in the surface of the brie. Nestle slices of garlic in the slits.
Add Honey
Drizzle honey and olive oil over top of the brie.
Bake
Place thyme over top of the brie and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until soft and gooey. Serve and enjoy!
💡 Expert Tips and Tricks
- If you overbake it, the brie will lose its shape completely. It'll still be perfectly edible, it just may not look as pretty!
- Slice the garlic a day or so ahead of time and store the slices in an airtight container in the fridge. This will help you save time on prep.
- You can also buy brie pre-sliced for extra convenience. The baking time might need to be reduced in this case.
- Before using honey in this recipe, ensure it’s smooth and pourable by learning how to decrystallize honey with my easy guide. Save time and avoid waste with these simple tips!
❔ FAQs
You can leave the rind on your wheel of brie! It will help the cheese maintain its shape as it bakes and gets melty.
For this recipe, scoring the brie is important because it gives you a place to put all of that yummy garlic. In general, it's also a good idea to slice your brie since the top layer can be a bit tough, though it's perfectly edible!
The brie should still hold its shape, but when you press in the middle, it should feel like it may easily fall in on itself. Be aware that the brie will also harden back up a bit as it cools.
📝 Substitutions and Variations
- Dried thyme can be substituted for fresh thyme if you don't have any available.
- For added crunch and flavor, top the brie with crushed nuts like walnuts, pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts.
- If you want more sweetness, add toppings like dried cranberries, figs, or slices of apricot before baking.
- Give your honey brie a kick of heat by mixing the honey with red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper before you drizzle it.
Kristin’s Kitchen Tip
If you're really in a time crunch, you could prepare this dish in the microwave in a few minutes and your guests will hardly know the difference!
🥡 Storage and Reheating
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days or so. You can easily reheat your brie and honey in the microwave, or pop it back in the oven.
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🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
There are so many tasty things you can serve alongside this honey brie appetizer! Your favorite crackers are always a good choice, along with slices of baguette or any crusty bread.
Lean into the sweet flavors with slices of apple or pear, and add a pomegranate seed garnish for a pop of color.
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Baked Brie Appetizer
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📋 Recipe Card
No-Fuss Baked Brie with Honey
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Brie cheese (1 wheel)
- 3-4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the Brie wheel on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in a Brie baker if you have one.8 ounces Brie cheese
- Using a small knife, make small slits on the top of the Brie. Insert the garlic slices into the slits, distributing them evenly across the cheese.3-4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- Drizzle the honey and olive oil over the top of the Brie, allowing it to seep into the slits and around the cheese.2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- If desired, place a few fresh thyme sprigs on top of the Brie to add an aromatic touch.Fresh thyme sprigs
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the Brie is soft and gooey in the center.
- Once baked, carefully remove the Brie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Keep an eye on the Brie as it bakes to ensure it doesn't melt completely and lose its shape.
- To save streamline prep, slice the garlic cloves slices ahead of time and store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
- If desired, you can use pre-sliced Brie for easier serving after baking. You will need to decrease the baking time a bit.
- If you don't have fresh thyme, sprinkle a pinch of dried thyme instead.
- In a pinch, you can microwave the Brie for 1-2 minutes instead of baking. Use a microwave-safe dish and monitor carefully to avoid over-melting.
- Add crushed pecans, walnuts, or almonds on top with the honey for extra crunch and flavor.
- Include dried cranberries, figs, or apricot slices around the Brie before baking.
- For a bit of heat, infuse the honey with chili or red pepper flakes before drizzling over the Brie.
Additional Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or apple and pear slices.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds or rosemary sprigs for a holiday-inspired appetizer.
- Store any leftover baked Brie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 300 degrees F for 5-10 minutes, or in a microwave for 30-60 seconds, until warmed through.
- Spread leftover Brie on toast, crackers, or a croissant for a quick snack. Or use it as a topping for a savory omelet or mix it into pasta for a creamy sauce.
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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Kristin King says
I love to make this for any party - holiday parties, football parties, birthday parties, or any gatherings. Everyone always loves it!