Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
13.2 unit

Brie cheese

round

0.5 cup

Blue cheese

crumbled

1 sheet

Puff pastry

frozen, thawed

0.25 cup

Apricot jam

0.5 cup

Slivered almonds

toasted

1 unit

Egg

lightly beaten

1 unit

Crackers

assorted

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Cut the Brie cheese horizontally in half.

Step 3
~3 min

Sprinkle the bottom half of the Brie with crumbled blue cheese.

Step 4
~3 min

Replace the top half of the Brie.

Step 5
~3 min

On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into a 14-inch square.

Step 6
~3 min

Trim the corners of the pastry to make a circle.

Step 7
~3 min

Spoon apricot jam onto the center of the pastry circle.

Step 8
~3 min

Sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds over the jam.

Step 9
~3 min

Place the assembled Brie cheese on top of the jam and almonds.

Step 10
~3 min

Lightly brush the edges of the pastry with beaten egg.

Step 11
~3 min

Fold the pastry over the cheese, pinching the edges to seal.

Step 12
~3 min

Trim any excess pastry as desired.

Step 13
~3 min

Transfer the pastry to an ungreased baking sheet, seam side down.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~3 min

Brush the entire pastry with beaten egg.

Step 15
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 16
~3 min

Immediately remove from the baking sheet to a serving plate.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 17
~3 min

Let the Brie puff pastry stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve warm with assorted crackers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the puff pastry is cold before rolling it out.

Use a pizza cutter to easily trim the pastry.

Serve with a variety of crackers and fresh fruit.

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 and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of honey or balsamic glaze.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Prosciutto
Apples
Grapes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer for celebrations and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Celebration
Entertaining

Popularity Score

70/100

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