Baked Brie
Hello, holiday hosts! This Baked Brie with puff pastry is the ultimate party starter, combining creamy, melty brie with a flaky, golden crust. In this recipe, I topped the baked brie with cranberry sauce and crunchy nuts, but there are so many other flavor options. Be sure to check out the variations to see what looks most enticing to you!
This dish is a crowd-pleaser thatโs easy to make and sure to impress guests. Whether youโre hosting friends or bringing a dish to a gathering, this baked brie, whichever way you make it, is the perfect addition to any festive spread!

Best Baked Brie Recipe
In this post, Iโll walk you through the steps to create this elegant appetizer, along with tips to ensure your puff pastry is perfectly flaky and your brie melts just right.
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Full ingredient amounts and instructions can be found at the bottom of this post!
Preparing the Puff Pastry
For this recipe you can make homemade puff pastry using this recipe. Making your own is a rewarding challenge that gives you complete control over the ingredients and texture. Plus itโs a lot easier than you think!
But, if youโre in a bind, you can easily use store-bought puff pastry as a quicker option. It usually comes frozen, so you will still need to take the time to thaw it.
Refrigerator Thawing: For the best texture, let puff pastry thaw in the refrigerator for about 4 hours or overnight. This gentle thawing helps the dough keep its structure and prevents the butter from softening too soon.
Countertop Thawing: Leave the puff pastry on the counter for 30-40 minutes until it softens and unfolds easily.
Quick Microwave Thaw: If youโre short on time, wrap the puff pastry in a paper towel and microwave for 15 seconds on each side. Avoid overheating, as too much warmth will make the dough sticky and cause the butter to melt, making it difficult to handle.
Once thawed, roll the pastry into a 12-inch square, about 1/8-inch thick on a lightly floured surface.

Assembling the Baked Brie
Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the wheel of brie in the center of the rolled-out puff pastry, topping with the jam of your choice! Cranberry sauce, apricot jam, honey, or fig jam, are some of my favorites. For a nutty flavor add a handful of chopped nuts like pecans, walnuts, or shelled pistachios.
Wrapping and Baking Fold the puff pastry over the brie to fully encase it, using beaten egg along the edges to help seal the pastry. Score the top of the dough gently, being careful not to cut through.

Brush the entire pastry with egg wash for a golden, glossy finish.
Use a knife to score the pastry, without cutting through the dough.
Then bake for 35-40 minutes in the preheated oven until golden and crispy.

Serving Suggestions: Let the baked brie rest for 5-10 minutes before placing on a serving platter and slicing into that melty cheese goodness! Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or apple wedges for dipping and enjoy this festive and flavorful spread.

Tips & Tricks
- Chilling Dough: If the puff pastry becomes too soft, chill it in the fridge for 10 minutes before wrapping the brie to prevent it from sticking or tearing.
- Baking Dish: For a more contained shape, place the wrapped brie in a 9 or 10-inch round baking dish or even a small cast-iron skillet.
- Cooling: Allowing the brie to cool slightly before slicing prevents the cheese from oozing out too quickly.
- Preventing Soggy Pastry: To keep the pastry from becoming soggy, you can lightly score the top of the brie rind with a knife to allow steam to escape, but avoid cutting all the way through. This keeps moisture from getting trapped inside the pastry.
- Making Ahead: To save time, you can assemble the baked brie up to a day in advance. Wrap the assembled brie in plastic wrap and refrigerate. When ready to bake, simply unwrap, brush with egg wash, and bake as directed.
- Egg Wash Tips: For an extra golden and shiny finish, brush the pastry with a second coat of egg wash about halfway through baking. This helps create a beautiful, bakery-like appearance.
- Handling Hot Brie: Use a spatula to transfer the hot baked brie carefully to a serving platter. The cheese inside will be molten, so avoid handling it directly with your hands to prevent burns.
- Leftovers: If you have leftovers, store the baked brie in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in a 350ยบF oven for about 10 minutes to restore the crispy texture of the pastry before serving.

Variations
- Savory Twist: Swap cranberry sauce for hot pepper jelly for a spicy-sweet contrast. Add some caramelized onions for even more goodness!
- Add Fresh Herbs: Adding herbs like fresh thyme or fresh rosemary will add a touch of elegance to this baked brie and will pair beautifully with the cheese and cranberry.
- Fig & Prosciutto Baked Brie: Instead of cranberry sauce, spread a layer of fig jam on top of the brie, then wrap it with thin slices of prosciutto before encasing in the puff pastry. This gives a savory-sweet twist with a hint of saltiness from the prosciutto.
- Apple & Cinnamon Baked Brie: Replace cranberry sauce with thinly sliced apples tossed in cinnamon sugar. The result is a warm, spiced flavor perfect for fall gatherings.
- Maple & Pecan Brie: Add a spoonful of maple syrup and a handful of chopped pecans on top of the brie, then wrap and bake. The mapleโs sweetness complements the rich, creamy brie, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.

Storage
I doubt youโll have any leftovers, but if you do, store the remaining baked brie in an airtight container for up to 5 days and reheat in a 400ยฐF for 5-10 minutes.
If you like this recipe, youโll love these:
- Tomato Tart
- Spinach Puffs with Bacon
- Mini Baked Brie Appetizer
- Cream Cheese Puff Pastry
- Blueberry Puff Pastry
- Puff Pastry Pinwheels

I canโt wait to see your Baked Brie creations! Share your photos with me on Instagram and letโs make this season delicious together!

Baked Brie
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry frozen or homemade using this recipe
- 1 8 oz brie cheese round 5 to 7 inches
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce optional (or any jam)
- 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- If using store-bought puff pastry, thaw the puff pastry according to package instructions. You can let it sit at room temperature for 30 min to 1 hour until softened. Or wrap each sheet in paper towels and microwave for 15 seconds on each side. Itโs ready to be used when you can easily unfold it. Or use the homemade recipe here.
- Or make homemade puff pastry dough using this recipe. This recipe will yield enough puff pastry for two baked brie appetizers.
- Preheat the oven to 400ยบF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Or lightly grease a 9 or 10 inch baking dish.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry into a 12-inch square, about 1/8-inch thick.
- Place the brie round in the middle of the pastry.
- Top with the cranberry sauce or jam, if using. If using chopped nuts, sprinkle them on top.
- Fold the pastry over the brie, fully encasing it. Brush the whisked egg to help the pastry stick together.
- Use a knife to score gently around the dough, donโt cut all the way through.
- Brush the pastry with the beaten egg all over to give it a golden finish.
- Place the wrapped brie on the prepared baking dish, and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until baked through, golden brown, and crispy.
- Let the baked brie sit for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve with crackers, baguette, or apple slices.