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Baked Camembert

Golden, flaky puff pastry wrapped around gooey baked Camembert cheese, drizzled with honey and fresh herbs for an indulgent appetizer.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 sheets pre-rolled puff pastry
  • to taste runny honey
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped very finely
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • to sprinkle sea salt flakes
  • 1 wheel mature Camembert cheese
  • 1 small egg lightly beaten for egg wash
  • 1 tbsp olive oil to drizzle

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Unroll one pre-rolled sheet of puff pastry, leaving it on the paper it came wrapped in. Drizzle liberally with honey and sprinkle with chopped rosemary and thyme. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes.
  • Roll the pastry back into a log. Slice it lengthwise to expose the honeyed-herby layers. Repeat with the second roll of puff pastry and set aside.
  • Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Position a cheese lid or similar size plate in the middle. Twist the puff pastry pieces around the box, not too tightly as they will expand as they bake.
  • Brush the pastry with the egg wash and sprinkle with chopped herbs and sea salt.
  • Remove the box lid and position the Camembert cheese in its place. Score the top of the cheese and drizzle with a little honey and olive oil.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the puff pastry is golden and the cheese is bubbling. If the pastry is browning too fast, cover with foil and reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) after 15 minutes.
  • Let the baked Camembert rest on the tray for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with additional honey if desired.
  • Carefully transfer onto a serving platter using the parchment paper. Serve immediately by tearing the puff pastry and dipping into the melty cheese.

Notes

This elegant baked Camembert makes a perfect party appetizer or a cozy treat. Serve with crusty bread or fresh veggies for dipping.