Baked Brie with Honey and Thyme
A wheel of brie baked until soft and melted, drizzled with honey and thyme, and served with crostini and grapes.
Equipment
- Small shallow ovenproof dish
- Parchment paper
- Serving board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz brie or camembert one round; a good value cheese is fine
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 small bunch purple or green grapes for serving
- 1 package crostini about 5 ounces; for dipping
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat. Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Set up. Unwrap the brie and place it in a small, shallow ovenproof dish.
- Bake. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, until the center is very soft when gently pressed.
- Transfer. Carefully move the hot cheese to a serving plate or board.
- Top and serve. Drizzle with honey, add the thyme, and serve warm with crostini and grapes.
Notes
Substitutions: Use maple syrup for honey and crackers or sliced baguette for crostini.
Tips: Bake a 1 pound wheel about 25 minutes and remove as soon as the center is soft.
Storage: Refrigerate 3 days and reheat at 350 degrees F for about 10 minutes.