Description
A deliciously warm and gooey baked brie wrapped in flaky pie crust, perfect as an elegant appetizer for any gathering. This recipe features a creamy brie wheel wrapped in refrigerated pie crust, brushed with egg wash for a golden finish, and baked to perfection. Serve it with crackers, fruit, veggies, or baguette for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounce brie wheel (or 8 ounce wheel for smaller portions)
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425˚F to ensure it reaches the right temperature for a perfect bake.
- Prepare Brie: Using a serrated knife, carefully shave off the top rind of the brie wheel, leaving a little rind if desired for structure and flavor.
- Wrap Brie in Pie Crust: Roll out the refrigerated pie crust on a flat surface. Place the brie, cut side down, in the center. Begin folding the edges of the crust up and over the brie, making pleats around the wheel until it is mostly covered, leaving the bottom side exposed as this will rest on the baking sheet.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking, and place the wrapped brie on it with the pleated side down and the smooth side up.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg with water in a small dish, then use a pastry brush to generously brush the egg wash over the exposed pie crust to help achieve a shiny, golden brown finish.
- Bake: Bake the brie in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes until the crust is cooked through, golden, and shiny.
- Serve: Let the baked brie cool slightly, then serve warm with crackers, fresh fruit, vegetables, or sliced baguette for dipping and spreading.
Notes
- For a smaller portion, use an 8-ounce brie wheel instead of 16 ounces.
- Removing the top rind allows the cheese to melt more easily while maintaining some structure.
- The pleating technique helps the crust wrap neatly around the brie without tearing.
- Letting the baked brie rest for a few minutes makes it easier to handle and prevents burning your mouth.
- Optional additions like honey, nuts, or fruit preserves can be added inside the crust before wrapping for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked brie, appetizer, pie crust, easy baked brie, party appetizer, cheese appetizer, brie recipe
