Baked Brie in Bread

Submitted by Diana Adcock

"This appetizer is a lovely addition to any dinner party. I usually make 3 or 4 for a small get together as they are addictive."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 3

ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup flour
• 1⁄4 cup room temp butter
• 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
• 8 ounces round brie cheese
• 1 egg, beaten

directions

1. In a medium bowl mix together the flour, butter and cream cheese until dough forms.
2. Shape into a ball and wrap tightly with plastic wrap.
3. Chill for 1 hour.
4. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
5. Divide dough into 2 rounds and roll out.
6. Place brie on 1/2 of dough, cover with the other and crimp sides.
7. Brush with egg, place on a lightly greased pie pan and bake for 20 minutes.
8. Remove and let stand for 15 minutes.
9. Serve with crackers, firm bread cubes and sliced apples.

Reviews

[Lisa Pizza]

Wow! :) We entertained my hubby's boss last night, and I made two of these to serve with Francese bread. One with brie and one with gorgonzola. The three of us ate both pies!! I couldn't find brie wheels, so just used 1/2 pound wedges of each cheese, cut off the rind-stuff and layered slices on the bottom crust. Put the top crust on, rolled and crimped the edges. It smells so good while baking, and looks beautiful! We couldn't wait the 15 minutes after baking, so I slid it to a small plate and dug in! Who'd have thought such a simple recipe could be so impressive and yummy?! I can't wait to try it with Feta cheese. Thanks Di!! :)

 

[maggiepcs]

I find this a bit heavy and I think it could use more flavor. Perhaps something like a jam or honey inside the crust? It is a nice easy way to dress up brie, though

 

[AKillian24]

Excellent! Easy to make ahead of time! I was using what I had around the house - reduced fat Brie, and it was great!

 

[Bonnie G #2]

When having company over I decided to try this recipe. When I saw the small ball of pastry I was sure it wouldn't be enough to cover the brie - but it was just right. After reading some of the reviews I decided to top my Brie w/Mango Pepper Jam before covering it for some extra flavor and then egg washed it, and sprinkled w/Chinese 5 spice. Turned out lovely (wish I'd taken a photo of the cut part but it was eaten and gone before I could.) The warm, creamy cheese with the golden pastry and the sweet, spicy flavor of the jam all went together to make a stunning appy. Served w/crackers

 

[Alicia R]

The dough was virtually tasteless. Try a french bread dough rather than waste your brie on this.