Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer (Print Version)
Hot Honey Baked Brie in a bread bowl is a sweet, spicy, and savory appetizer. Warm, gooey brie with a kick, perfect for sharing at any gathering.
# 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 Bread Bowl Foundation
01 -
1 large (1 1/2 lb) round sourdough bread loaf
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2 tbsp olive oil
→ Creamy Baked Core
03 -
1 (16 oz) wheel of Brie cheese
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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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1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
→ Sweet & Spicy Drizzle
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1/2 cup honey
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2 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot or sriracha)
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1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
→ Garnishes & Dippers
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1/4 tsp flaky sea salt, for garnish
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1 small apple, thinly sliced, for serving
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1/2 cup crackers or baguette slices, for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F. Carefully cut a 6-inch circle from the top of the 1 large (1 1/2 lb) round sourdough bread loaf, creating a cavity. Brush the inside and top crust with 2 tbsp olive oil. This forms the foundation for your Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer.
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Unwrap the 1 (16 oz) wheel of Brie cheese. Using a sharp knife, carefully score the top rind of the Brie in a crosshatch pattern, about 1/4 inch deep. This allows the cheese to melt beautifully and absorb flavors.
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In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. This flavorful mix will complement the creamy Brie.
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Place the scored Brie wheel into the prepared sourdough bread loaf cavity. Spoon the pecan-cranberry mixture evenly over the top of the Brie. Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet.
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Bake the assembled Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer for 20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the Brie is melted and bubbly. The aroma will be incredible!
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While the Brie bakes, combine 1/2 cup honey, 2 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot or sriracha), and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) in a small saucepan. Heat gently over low heat until warm and well combined.
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Carefully remove the Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl Appetizer from the oven. Drizzle generously with the warm hot honey mixture. Garnish with 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt. Serve immediately with 1 small apple, thinly sliced, and 1/2 cup crackers or baguette slices.
# Notes:
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For easier serving, you can cut the bread bowl into wedges before baking, leaving the bottom intact, so guests can pull off individual portions.
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Feel free to substitute other nuts like walnuts or pistachios for pecans, or dried cherries for cranberries. A sprinkle of thyme can also replace rosemary.
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This appetizer is best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, cover tightly and refrigerate. Reheat gently in the oven at 300°F until warmed through, though the bread may lose some crispness.
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For an even richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of fig jam or apricot preserves under the Brie before baking.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Baking sheet
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Parchment paper
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Sharp knife
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Small saucepan
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Pastry brush (optional)
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 513 kcal
Total Fat: 20 g
Total Carbohydrate: 68 g
Protein: 18 g