Strawberry Baked Brie
This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details.
Warm, melted baked brie topped with all the honey-balsamic strawberry goodness! An easy crowd-pleasing appetizer made in less than 30 minutes!
Hello SPRING! Wait, does it count as spring if it’s still snowing and it’s about 30 degrees outside? I mean it’s so so cold but that won’t stop me from having all the strawberry baked brie right now. Warm, ooey gooey melted brie cheese oozing with the most epic balsamic-honey-basil-saucy heavenly goodness. Serve with your favorite crackers and dipping vessels. Heck, serve it with a spoon. There’s truly no wrong way to serve baked brie here.
Why you’ll love this strawberry baked brie
- Perfect for entertaining. Baked brie is one of those easy, festive appetizers made for entertaining. Prep time is minimal and it’s a guaranteed crowd-favorite, perfect for the holidays, baby showers, summer get togethers, outdoor BBQs, and big family gatherings.
- Short ingredient list. Strawberry baked brie does not have to require a ton of ingredients. With just 5 ingredients, this lovely baked brie can be whipped up so quickly to impress all your guests this holiday season.
- Flexible recipe. You can easily add your own personal touches to baked brie. Add some chopped toasted (candied) pecans, fresh blueberries for a pop of color, or some fresh thyme sprigs. Serve with crackers, crostini, or apple slices. Any and all vehicles are all welcome here.
What is baked brie?
Baked brie is a popular appetizer featuring a wheel of soft brie cheese, baked until softened and gooey in the center. It is commonly paired with sweet ingredients (ex. fig jam, brown sugar, honey) and served warm alongside some favorited dippers such as sliced baguette, crackers, and fruit slices.
how to make strawberry baked brie
- Prep the cheese. Let the brie come to room temperature.
- Bake. Bake the brie at 350°F until soft and creamy, about 12-15 minutes.
- Make the strawberry topping. Combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, and strawberries in a saucepan.
- Serve. Serve the melted brie topped with the strawberry mixture and fresh basil with crackers or crostini.
The best dippers for baked brie
- Bread: Toasted crostini, sourdough boule, seeded loaves (avoid soft sandwich breads)
- Crackers: Water crackers, seeded crackers, pita chips
- Fruit: Grapes, apples (fuji or pink lady), firm pears
what to serve with strawberry baked brie
Tools For This Recipe
Strawberry Baked Brie: Frequently Asked Questions
No need for a fancy, artisanal brie! Any economical, inexpensive brie or Camembert from the supermarket will work very well in this recipe.
No, keeping the edible rind on will ensure that the brie will hold its shape during baking, keeping the cheese intact.
The brie will feel very soft and pliable with a little bit of melted cheese slightly peeking and oozing from the sides.
Serve with fresh fruit (apple or pear slices), sturdy crackers (water crackers), dried fruit, and/or toasted bread slices (crostini).
The brie will harden as it cools but the leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or oven.
Strawberry Baked Brie
Video
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 ½ cups quartered strawberries
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 (8-ounce) wheel brie cheese, at room temperature
- 6 basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place brie on a rimmed baking sheet or a 5-inch cast iron skillet. Place into oven and bake until softened, about 12-15 minutes; let cool 5-10 minutes.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine balsamic vinegar and honey until reduced, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in strawberries until softened, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve brie warm topped with strawberry mixture and basil; serve with crackers or baguette.
Equipment
Notes
- Prep the cheese. Let the brie sit out at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes prior to baking to allow for even melting.
- Leave the rind on. Keeping the rind intact will help the brie hold its shape and structure while it melts during baking. The top layer of the rind can be removed upon serving for dipping and dunking, similarly to fondue.
- Use an oven-proof skillet. Use a small cast iron skillet or oven-safe dish that is slightly larger than the diameter of the brie, leaving enough space for the melted brie to ooze out when serving.
- Serve warm. Baked brie is best served warm out of the oven. It will start to firm as it sits out, about 10-15 minutes.
Did you make this recipe?
Tag @damn_delicious on Instagram and hashtag it #damndelicious!
Featured Comment