Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Puff Pastry

round

1 unit

French Brie

round

1 unit

Egg

beaten

1 cup

Pear Chutney

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

0.25 cup

Puff Pastry Scraps

cut decorations

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

Place the brie in the center of the puff pastry circle.

Step 3
~4 min

Fold the excess pastry around the brie wheel, completely enclosing it.

Step 4
~4 min

Turn the wrapped brie over, smooth side up, and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~4 min

Cut out decorative shapes from the puff pastry scraps using a paring knife or small cookie cutters.

Step 6
~4 min

Arrange the decorations on top of the pastry-wrapped brie.

Step 7
~4 min

Brush the entire surface of the pastry with the beaten egg.

Step 8
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.

Step 9
~4 min

Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and continue baking for another 20 minutes.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~4 min

Carefully transfer the baked brie to a serving plate.

Step 11
~4 min

Top the baked brie generously with pear chutney.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with crackers or baguette slices.

For extra flavor, add chopped nuts to the chutney topping.

The brie can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with crackers, baguette, or fruit.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Prosciutto
Olives

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Common appetizer in French cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Years
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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