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Easy Fall Baked Brie with Caramelized Pears

  • Author: Rebecca
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

An impressive yet simple appetizer featuring a wheel of brie topped with caramelized pears, honey, and thyme. The secret technique of scoring the cheese ensures it melts perfectly without leaking.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 wheel Brie cheese (approx. 8–12 oz / 225–340 g), at room temperature
  • 2 medium firm pears (Bosc or Anjou), peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch thick slices
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
  • 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped and toasted (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss pear slices with melted butter, honey, and thyme leaves until evenly coated.
  3. Pat the brie wheel dry with a paper towel. Using a paring knife, score the top of the brie in a crosshatch pattern, cutting about 1/4 inch deep without cutting all the way through.
  4. Place the scored brie in a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
  5. Arrange the pear slices on top of the brie, tucking them into the scored cuts. Layer any extra pears slightly overlapping.
  6. Sprinkle chopped toasted nuts over the top and drizzle with any remaining honey mixture.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is soft and jiggly in the center and pears are tender and golden. Avoid letting the cheese bubble over.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to settle.
  9. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and serve warm with crackers or baguette slices.

Notes

Do not slice the brie into wedges before baking; scoring the top prevents it from bursting. Use firm pears like Bosc or Anjou to prevent mushiness. Toast nuts for better flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated at 350°F.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the wheel wit
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 12

Keywords: baked brie, fall appetizer, caramelized pears, easy cheese recipe, holiday party food, gluten-free appetizer, vegetarian recipe

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