Baked Brie with Honey and Walnuts — Simple Party-Worthy Appetizer

This easy baked brie recipe uses a single wheel of cheese and is delicious when topped with marinated olives for a savory, melty appetizer. Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of honey and watch it disappear at any party.

For a larger spread, pair this with a burrata platter, an ultimate cheese board, or a creamy goat cheese dip for more crowd-pleasing party appetizers.

Why I Love This Baked Brie Appetizer

• Looks impressive with almost no effort — Guests will think you spent hours, but it’s incredibly simple.
• Truly easy — Assemble, bake, and serve. It’s a no-fuss recipe that looks fancy.
• Always a crowd-pleaser — Gooey, melted brie is cozy and irresistible; it instantly upgrades any cheese platter.
• Flexible toppings — Add seasonal fruit, roasted nuts, or go savory with olives and fresh herbs.
• Serve your way — Pair with crackers, baguette slices, fig jam, honey, or fresh fruit.

Baked Brie Ingredients

• Wheel of Brie (8 ounces) — A soft, creamy cow’s-milk cheese that bakes beautifully.
• Honey — A tablespoon adds a touch of sweetness to balance the savory flavors.
• Fresh thyme or rosemary — Use your favorite fresh herb for aromatic flavor.
• Freshly cracked black pepper — Just a pinch to add a subtle bite.

How to Make Baked Brie

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a small baking dish or ramekin with parchment paper (a mini cast-iron skillet works well for serving).
2. Place the brie wheel in the dish and make shallow crosshatch cuts on top so the cheese melts evenly.
3. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon honey, sprinkle with fresh thyme or rosemary, and add a little cracked black pepper.
4. Loosely cover with foil and set the dish on a parchment-lined baking sheet in case it bubbles over.
5. Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and bake another 10 minutes, uncovered, until the top is lightly golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
6. If using marinated olives, simmer them in a skillet while the brie bakes and spoon them over the hot cheese just before serving.

Tips for Making the Best Baked Brie

• Time it right — Put the brie in the oven about 10 minutes before guests arrive so it’s warm and gooey when you serve.
• Serve warm — Baked brie is best straight from the oven; it stays melty for about 30 minutes.
• To reheat — Bake at 350°F for about 5 minutes until soft and bubbly.
• Choose a ripe wheel — Any grocery-store brie works; pick one that yields slightly when pressed.
• Serving size — An 8-ounce wheel serves approximately 4 people, though it often disappears quickly.
• Topping ideas — Warm blackberries or figs, roasted strawberries with honey, toasted nuts, chili crunch, or marinated olives are all excellent choices.