Easy Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer (Print Version)
Hot Honey Baked Brie in a bread bowl is an easy, impressive appetizer. Creamy brie, spicy-sweet honey, and crusty bread make a crowd-pleasing starter.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ The Golden Vessel
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1 (1-lb) round sourdough bread loaf
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Melted Heart
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1 (13-oz) wheel of Brie cheese
→ Sweet & Spicy Drizzle
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1/2 cup honey
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1 tsp red pepper flakes
→ Crunch & Garnish
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1/2 cup chopped pecans
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1/4 cup dried cranberries
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1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
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1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
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Pinch of fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Carefully cut a 1 (13-oz) wheel of Brie cheese-sized circle from the top of 1 (1-lb) round sourdough bread loaf. Remove the bread center, leaving a 1-inch border. Score the remaining bread rim in a crosshatch pattern.
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Brush the inside and scored rim of the sourdough bread loaf with 2 tbsp olive oil. Sprinkle with 1 clove garlic, minced, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. This prepares the base for your delicious Easy Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer.
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Carefully place the 1 (13-oz) wheel of Brie cheese into the hollowed-out center of the prepared sourdough bread loaf. Ensure it fits snugly. This is the heart of your Easy Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer.
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In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup honey and 1 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir well to create the 'hot honey' drizzle. Pour about half of this mixture over the Brie cheese, allowing some to seep into the scored bread.
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Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves around and over the Brie. Drizzle the remaining hot honey over the toppings.
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Bake for 20 minutes, or until the Brie is completely melted and bubbly, and the bread rim is golden brown and crispy. For the best Easy Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer, ensure the cheese is fully gooey.
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Carefully remove from the oven. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt and garnish with a pinch of fresh rosemary sprigs. Serve immediately with the torn bread pieces for dipping into the warm, melted Brie.
# Notes:
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For an extra touch, serve with apple slices or crackers alongside the bread bowl for dipping.
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No sourdough? A rustic round loaf or even a challah bread can work. Adjust the Brie size if your loaf is smaller or larger.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave, though the bread may lose some crispness.
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To prevent the bread from getting too dark, you can loosely tent it with foil halfway through baking if needed.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Baking sheet
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Parchment paper
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Small mixing bowl
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Sharp knife
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Cutting board
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 457 kcal
Total Fat: 20 g
Total Carbohydrate: 56 g
Protein: 14 g