Baked Camembert is a simple yet indulgent appetizer, perfect for sharing. The cheese becomes soft and gooey inside, making it ideal for dipping with bread, crackers, or fruit. Here’s an easy recipe for Baked Camembert:
Baked Camembert
Ingredients:
- 1 whole wheel of Camembert cheese (about 8 oz)
- 1-2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or thyme, optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Crusty bread, crackers, or fruit for dipping (e.g., apples, pears)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). - Prepare the cheese:
Remove the Camembert from its packaging and place it in a small oven-safe dish (or keep it in its wooden box if it has one, but remove any plastic). If the cheese is in a wooden box, wrap the box with foil to prevent leaks. - Score the top of the cheese:
Using a sharp knife, score the top of the Camembert in a crisscross pattern. This allows the flavors to infuse and the cheese to melt evenly. - Add garlic and rosemary:
Insert the garlic slices and small sprigs of rosemary into the slits on top of the cheese. You can also drizzle a bit of olive oil on top of the cheese for extra richness. - Bake the Camembert:
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and gooey inside (you should be able to press the center and feel it give way). If you want the top to be a little golden, you can broil it for the last 2-3 minutes, but keep a close eye on it! - Serve:
Once the Camembert is baked, remove it from the oven. Drizzle with honey if you want a sweet contrast to the rich, savory cheese. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper for a bit of spice. - Enjoy:
Serve immediately with crusty bread, crackers, or sliced fruits for dipping. The cheese will be wonderfully warm and creamy, perfect for spreading on your dippers.
Enjoy:
Baked Camembert is an indulgent treat that’s perfect for parties, cozy evenings, or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. The combination of gooey cheese, garlic, and rosemary is irresistible!
Let me know how it turns out or if you want to try different flavor variations!