Baked Brie with Roasted Garlic ButteR (Easy Holiday Appetizer)

When brie is baked, it transforms into something truly irresistible! Ooey, gooey, and luxuriously melty. The roasted garlic butter seeps into the cheese, making it rich, aromatic, and so spreadable. Pile it onto crackers or, my favourite, golden olive oil fried bread, for the most delicious bite. This Baked Brie with Roasted Garlic Butter is perfect for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or whenever you want to impress with minimal effort.

Looking for more holiday appetizers? Check out my baked brie with roasted tomatoes and creamy garlic and herb dip.

I love serving cheese as a holiday or party appetizer. Over the years I’ve shared whipped goat’s cheese, stuffed dates with goat’s cheese, roasted tomatoes with burrata and now this baked brie. There’s just something about cheese and the holidays that go hand in hand, and I especially love finding ways to turn cheese into something a little different than your classic cheeseboard.

This baked brie with roasted garlic butter celebrates the beautiful pairing of roasted garlic and creamy brie. Once the garlic has caramelised in the oven, it’s spread over the cheese before a drizzle of melted butter ties it all together. As it bakes, the flavours mingle into something rich and aromatic. It's a holiday-worthy appetiser that feels decadent but couldn’t be easier to prepare.

Ingredients for Baked Brie

The best part? You only need a handful of simple ingredients to make this show-stopping appetizer. Brie, garlic, and butter do most of the heavy lifting, and the rest is just about serving it up with something delicious to dip and scoop.

• Brie – Go for a rich, triple cream brie. The thicker the better, so when it bakes it turns luxuriously melty and perfect for dipping. Its mild flavour pairs beautifully with both sweet and savoury toppings.
• Garlic confit – My favourite way to pack cheese with tonnes of flavour. The soft, sweet garlic melts into the brie as it bakes, giving you that irresistible garlicky hit.
• Honey – A drizzle of honey over the creamy cheese and garlic adds the perfect touch of sweetness, like the magic of honey on pizza — unexpected, balanced, and completely addictive.
• Chilli flakes – The final flavour puzzle piece. A little heat cuts through the richness of the cheese and butter, while blending with the honey for a cheats version of hot honey.
• Butter – Melted and poured over the brie before baking, it soaks into the garlic and cheese for a rich, golden finish.

Expert Tips

• Score the brie – Make shallow slices across the top before adding your toppings. This step is essential!
• Bake in the serving dish – Once baked, brie is far too gooey to move, so place it straight into the dish you want to serve it in before it goes into the oven.
• Let the butter in – Those little cuts act as a gateway, allowing the melted butter to seep down into the cheese.
• Serve while hot – Brie firms up as it cools, so bring it straight from the oven to the table and let everyone dive in.

How tO make Baked Brie

This baked brie couldn’t be easier to make! All you need is a handful of simple ingredients, just a few minutes of prep, and the oven does the rest.

Step 1: Place the brie into a shallow oven proof bowl. Using a sharp knife, make 3 deep incisions lengthways and then 3 deep incisions crosswise to form a grid. Spread the garlic confit cloves onto the top of the brie, ensuring you push some down into the incisions. If using fresh garlic, push the sliced garlic cloves into the slits of the Brie. Drizzle the butter all over and finish with a sprinkling of fresh rosemary.

Step 2: Bake for 15 – 20 minutes at 180°C / 355°F or until bubbling and oozing.

Step 3: In a food processor, combine the goat cheese, lemon juice and zest and a tablespoon of olive oil from the goat cheese jar or baking dish that the tomatoes were roasted in. Blend until smooth.

FAQ's

How To Serve

This baked brie is best enjoyed straight from the oven while it’s still ooey and gooey. Place it in the center of the table and let everyone dig in — it’s guaranteed to be the first dish to disappear.

• With bread – My favourite way is with olive oil fried bread, but crusty baguette slices or toasted sourdough are just as good.
• With crackers – A simple option for easy dipping and scooping.
• With focaccia– Pair it with my homemade focaccia for a truly indulgent spread.
• With fruit & extras – Fresh figs, pears, or apples bring brightness and a little freshness to cut through such a rich dish.

hOW to Store

Baked brie is always best served fresh from the oven while it’s soft and melty. If you have leftovers, allow them to cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 150°C (300°F) for 5–10 minutes until warm and gooey again. Keep in mind that the texture is never quite as perfect as when it’s freshly baked, so it’s best enjoyed right away.

Can you freeze baked brie?
Freezing baked brie isn’t recommended, as the cheese can become grainy and lose its creamy texture once thawed. For the best results, bake and serve it fresh.

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