20 Un-Brie-lievably Good Baked Brie Recipes
The holiday season is upon us and, as any cheese lover knows, that means Brie, Brie and more Brie! From sit-down dinners to cocktail parties with apps, Brie is one of the most popular fromages around thanks to its neutral, creamy texture that pairs well with a variety of flavours. For a little inspiration, we've rounded up some of our cheesiest recipes, from show-stopping appetizers and mains, to unique brunch ideas and vegetarian offerings. Pass the cheese, please!
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Baked Brie Pasta
<p> Swap out the traditional Parm in favour of silky-smooth Brie with this show-stopper <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/giada-de-laurentiis-popular-pasta/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pasta</a> dish. Toss each portion individually to ensure every single spaghetti noodle is perfectly coated in a creamy layer of cheese. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie-pasta/23041/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Baked Brie Pasta</a></strong> </p> -
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Cranberry Brie Bites
<p> Dress your Brie up for the holidays with these perfect parcels of puff pastry. Tangy cranberry and crunchy walnut make for a formidable pairing, and the end result is a show-stopping appetizer you'll be grateful you introduced into your repertoire. You can also mix things up with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/photos/last-minute-party-appetizers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">last-minute party appetizers</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-brie-bites/23044/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cranberry Brie Bites</a></strong> </p> -
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Spinach Artichoke Baked Brie
<p> <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/the-pioneer-woman/photos/pioneer-womans-christmas-appetizers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Holiday appetizers</a> have met their match with this scrumptious baked brie starter that will wow your guests. With crispy puff pastry encasing a layer of creamy spinach, artichoke and Brie, it's the perfect mashup to spread over your favourite crackers. </p> <p> Get the recipe <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spinach-artichoke-baked-brie/23043/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spinach Artichoke Baked Brie</a></strong> </p> -
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Brie and Apple Cinnamon Roses
<p>These gorgeous appetizers show your guests you care, even if they don't actually take as much time to whip up as you’d think. With Granny Smith apples, warm cinnamon spices, puff pastry and of course that ooey-gooey Brie, these will be an instant party hit.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/blog/brie-and-apple-cinnamon-roses/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Brie and Apple Cinnamon Roses</strong></a></p> -
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Baked Brie with Cranberry-Pecan-Bacon Crumble
<p>Bacon and cranberries add a festive feel to the always-popular baked Brie wheel. Serve with some sliced baguette or apples for a quickly disappearing appetizer, and then sit back while guests beg you for the recipe.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie-with-cranberry-pecan-bacon-crumble/20954/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Baked Brie with Cranberry-Pecan-Bacon Crumble</strong></a></p> -
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One-Bite Baked Brie with Grape-Pecan Compote
<p>Why adorn your party Brie with cranberry when you can bust out some crowd-pleasing grapes instead? These phyllo pastry bites offer a variety of textures on your palate, including that ooey, gooey cheesy taste we’re always craving.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/one-bite-baked-brie-with-grape-pecan-compote/20903/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>One-Bite Baked Brie with Grape-Pecan Compote</strong></a></p> -
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Giant Baked Brie with Apricots and Walnuts
<p> This simple and elegant baked Brie for a crowd requires only a quick apricot and walnut compote alongside the warm cheese. For more party ideas, try these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/holidays/photos/classic-christmas-cookie-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">classic cookies that will spread holiday cheer</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/giant-baked-brie-with-apricots-and-walnuts/23042/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Giant Baked Brie with Apricots and Walnuts</a></strong> </p> -
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Baked Brie Bites
<p> Flaky puff pastry meets creamy Brie with this cozy, comforting throwback appetizer – with a fun hack! An ice cube tray is the secret to stuffing these adorable gems with candied pecans and grapes. Want to stick to a cheesy theme? Try this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/blog/holiday-fondue-board-entertaining/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gorgeous fondue board</a> at your next gathering. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie-bites/23038/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Baked Brie Bites</a></strong> </p> -
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Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie
<p> This impressive appetizer looks more challenging to make than it actually is – but we promise it will knock the socks off your guests. Packed to the brim with Brie, cranberry and pecans, we have a feeling it'll become a staple in your household. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-pecan-baked-brie/23039/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cranberry Pecan Baked Brie</a></strong> </p> -
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Baked Brie Pull-Apart Rolls
<p>Transform <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/barefoot-contessa-back-to-basics/photos/ina-garten-recipes-using-store-bought-ingredients/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">store-bought</a> pizza dough into a skillet of art with this impressive recipe, which combines melted Brie and a touch of fig jam for a sweet-and-salty offering that makes for a terrific appetizer or side.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie-with-pull-apart-rolls/20806/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Baked Brie Pull-Apart Rolls</strong></a></p> -
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Brie a la Ree
<p> The Pioneer Woman has beautifully crafted a savoury baked Brie party app featuring pine nuts, onion and fresh herbs. Serve with a side of carrot sticks for a super low-carb starter. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie-a-la-ree/23040/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brie a la Ree</a></strong> </p> -
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Cranberry Brie Empanadas
<p>Move over puffs, because there’s a new pastry in town and it’s melting our cheese-loving hearts. Empanada dough holds big seasonal flavours when stuffed with Brie and cranberry, giving us a unique alternative to traditional holiday fare. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-brie-empanadas/18818/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Cranberry Brie Empanadas</strong></a></p> -
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Savoury Baked Brie
<p>There's a time and place for sweet Brie concoctions, but sometimes you just want to embrace the cheese’s natural saltiness with a savoury mix. This recipe certainly hits those notes with garlic, peppery arugula and toasted pine nuts. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/savoury-baked-brie/6916/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Savoury Baked Brie</strong></a></p> -
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Mushroom and Brie Wellington
<p>You don’t need beef to create a memorable (not to mention crowd-pleasing) Wellington. Certainly not when you have cheese and mushrooms at your disposal. Brie, cremini mushrooms and a splash of brandy come together with a silky onion cream sauce to transform puff pastry into a truly special dinner.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mushroom-and-brie-wellington/13661/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson's Mushroom and Brie Wellington</strong></a></p> -
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Brie and Cranberry Bites
<p>It’s fun to dig into an oversized wheel of cheese, but sometimes you just want something a little more elegant for a dinner or cocktail party… something like these rosemary-and-cranberry Brie bites, which make excellent use of puff pastry as a vessel.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/brie-and-cranberry-bites-from-the-hot-plate-2938/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Brie and Cranberry Bites</strong></a></p> -
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Brie Cranberry Tarts
<p>Transform dried <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/holidays/photos/fresh-cranberry-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cranberries</a> into something truly special with these seasonally perfect Brie cranberry tarts, which are just as pretty as they are delicious. And with premade tart shells, these beauties are a breeze to whip up while guests are enjoying a post-dinner cocktail.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href=" https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/brie-cranberry-tarts/11464/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Brie Cranberry Tarts</strong></a></p> -
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Baked Brie
<p>Cheese will always be the quickest way to win the hearts of hungry guests. A wedge of top-notch baked Brie needs little more than a drizzle of honey, a fan of sliced apples and a package of crackers to make it sing.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie/17327/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ina Garten’s Baked Brie</strong></a></p> -
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Cranberry, Walnut and Brie Wreath
<p>We love that this “wreath” of cheesy goodness breaks away from your traditional baked Brie appetizer, and guests will too—be ready to be the star of their Instagram stories that night. With buttery puff pastry and loads of complementary flavours, this is the most delicious wreath you’ll ever see (or taste!).</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-walnut-and-brie-wreath/22207/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Cranberry, Walnut and Brie Wreath</strong></a></p> -
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Grilled Brie and Strawberries
<p>This holiday season, impress your guests with this scrumptious recipe that adds a delicate smokey twist to everyone's favourite creamy cheese. Don't forget to serve with warm crackers for maximum ooey-gooey goodness.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-brie-and-strawberries/21934/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grilled Brie and Strawberries</a></strong> </p> -
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Melted Chocolate and Brie Tarts
<p>Cheese in desserts can be so underrated, but it’s found in some of our most coveted dishes. Pair Brie with silky melted chocolate and a splash of hazelnut liqueur for tarts (or tartlets if you prefer) of cheesy heaven.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/melted-chocolate-and-brie-tarts/11456/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Melted Chocolate and Brie Tarts </strong></a></p>