Follow these steps for perfect results
Puff Pastry
round
French Brie
round
Egg
beaten
Pear Chutney
Salt
Pepper
Puff Pastry Scraps
cut decorations
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place the brie in the center of the puff pastry circle.
Fold the excess pastry around the brie wheel, completely enclosing it.
Turn the wrapped brie over, smooth side up, and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cut out decorative shapes from the puff pastry scraps using a paring knife or small cookie cutters.
Arrange the decorations on top of the pastry-wrapped brie.
Brush the entire surface of the pastry with the beaten egg.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and continue baking for another 20 minutes.
Carefully transfer the baked brie to a serving plate.
Top the baked brie generously with pear chutney.
Serve immediately.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time
Garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve warm with crackers, baguette, or fruit.
Acidity complements the richness of the brie
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