Best Baked Brie in Phyllo Dough for Irresistible Flavor
Discover the irresistible flavor of the best baked brie in phyllo dough, an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Equipment
- oven
- Pastry brush
- baking sheet
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
For the Cheese
- 1 wheel Brie Cheese Substitute with Camembert for a similar flavor.
For the Dough
- 1 package Phyllo Dough Use gluten-free puff pastry or zucchini slices as alternatives.
For the Coating
- 4 tablespoons Butter Or use olive oil/coconut oil (3 tablespoons oil for every 4 tablespoons butter).
For the Sweetness
- 1/3 cup Fruit Preserves Any flavor like fig, apricot, or raspberry will work.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
- Thaw phyllo dough overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan or microwave.
- Coat the first sheet of phyllo with melted butter. Repeat with three more sheets, buttering each except the last.
- Place brie cheese in the center of the phyllo, add fruit preserves on top.
- Fold the phyllo over the brie and seals the edges. Brush with remaining melted butter.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for 3-5 minutes before serving. Garnish if desired.
Notes
Work quickly with phyllo dough to prevent drying. Keep each layer well buttered for the best crispiness.