This is a wheel of Brie wrapped in puff pastry, topped with raspberry jam for the bloody look, and baked until the pastry is golden and puffed. The recipe serves 6 and takes 40 minutes: 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes in the oven.
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The jam is the part that makes it a Halloween dish. Chopped walnuts go over the jam if you want some crunch, and the whole thing is served warm with crackers or sliced baguette.
What Goes into It
The full list is on the recipe card at the bottom.
- Brie (8 ounces): the center of the dish, and the cheese that turns gooey in the oven.
- Raspberry jam (1/2 cup): the red layer on top.
- Chopped walnuts (1/4 cup): optional, sprinkled over the jam.
- Puff pastry (1 sheet, thawed): wraps the Brie.
- Egg (1, beaten): brushed over the pastry for a golden color.
- Fresh rosemary: sprigs for garnish.
- Crackers or sliced baguette: for serving.
Wrapping and Baking
Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll the puff pastry out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and set the Brie in the center. Spread the jam over the top and add the walnuts if you are using them. Fold the pastry edges over the Brie, trim any excess and pinch to seal.
Put the wrapped Brie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the top with the beaten egg. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and puffed. Cool it for about 5 minutes, move it to a platter, add the rosemary and serve warm.
Tips for the Pastry and the Cheese
- Keep the pastry cold: work quickly. If it gets too warm it will not puff as well, and you can put it back in the refrigerator for a few minutes.
- Watch the oven: every oven is different, so check the Brie as it bakes to avoid over-browning.
- Let it rest: a few minutes of cooling lets the cheese set slightly, which makes it easier to slice.
- Assemble ahead: you can wrap it a few hours in advance. Cover it and refrigerate until you are ready to bake.
Ways to Change It
- Spicy: mix a pinch of cayenne pepper into the jam, or finely chopped jalapeños.
- Cranberry: swap the raspberry jam for cranberry sauce for a tart twist.
- Herbed: use fresh thyme and rosemary with a drizzle of olive oil instead of jam.
- Nutty maple: use maple syrup in place of the jam and top with chopped pecans or almonds.
- Berry mix: combine jams such as blueberry and blackberry. Other preserves, like cherry, work as well.
- Chocolate hazelnut: spread a layer of chocolate hazelnut spread on the Brie before wrapping it.
- Vegan: use a vegan cheese that melts well, such as cashew cheese, with a fruit preserve like apricot or fig.
What to Serve With It
Crackers and sliced baguette are the basics. A platter of cucumber, bell pepper and celery sticks gives a crisp contrast to the cheese. For a larger spread, add aged cheddar, gouda or goat cheese, a mix of green and black olives, and salami or prosciutto. A dry red or white wine goes with the Brie, and sparkling water with lime, or chamomile or peppermint tea, work as non-alcoholic choices.
Nutrition per Serving
One serving has approximately 250 calories, 20 grams of fat, 10 grams of carbohydrates, 10 grams of sugar and 6 grams of protein.
FAQ
Can you make it ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble it a few hours before and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you bake it.
What can replace raspberry jam?
Cranberry sauce gives a tart twist and still looks red. Any other fruit preserve works as well.
How do you store leftovers?
Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at a low temperature to bring back the gooey texture.
Can you make it vegan?
Yes, with a plant-based cheese that melts well, like cashew cheese, and a fruit preserve like apricot.
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Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry until it’s about 1/8 inch thick.
Place the Brie cheese in the center of the puff pastry.
Spread the raspberry jam over the top of the Brie. If using, sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top of the jam.
Fold the edges of the puff pastry over the Brie, trimming any excess pastry if necessary, and pinch to seal.
Place the wrapped Brie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg to give it a golden color while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs, and serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the raspberry jam before spreading it on the Brie.
Substitute the raspberry jam with cranberry sauce for a tart twist that complements the cheese beautifully.
Nutrition
| Serving Size | 1 serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250 calories |
| Sugar Content | 10g |
| Fat Content | 20g |
| Carbohydrate Content | 10g |
| Protein Content | 6g |