Here’s the perfect appetizer that will absolutely steal the show at any gathering, especially Christmas, a beautifully roasted brie cheese topped with crunchy walnuts and drizzled with rich balsamic vinegar! This recipe is pure magic: the creamy, melted cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet and tangy balsamic, while the walnuts add that perfect textural contrast that makes every bite absolutely divine.
What I love most about this dish is how incredibly simple it is to make, yet it looks and tastes like something straight from a fancy restaurant. It’s the kind of appetizer that makes your guests think you’ve been slaving away in the kitchen all day, its Christmas yuo have but you get my point hehehe, when really it takes just minutes to prepare! Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together, a holiday party, or even Christmas dinner, this roasted brie will have everyone gathering around the table.
Serve it up with some crispy crackers, tangy pickles, slices of rustic bread, or even tortilla chips, trust me, everyone will be more than happy! The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the fact that it’s practically foolproof. Once you try it, it’ll become your go-to crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Let’s check it out!
Roasted Brie Cheese With Walnuts and Balsamic Vinegar
I love these kinds of war oozing cheeses with diferent flavours, i think they are way better than strange dips with random things or worst yet commercial dips, why a nice warm cheese with some flavourings and you have a winner everytime.
Ingredients
- Brie Cheese – 1 Small Wheel (about 250g)
- Walnuts – 3 Tablespoons (Roughly Chopped)
- Balsamic Vinegar – 2-3 tablespoons
- Honey – 1 teaspoon (optional, for extra sweetness)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). The best way to make this is to place the brie in a small ceramic or glass baking dish – this prevents the cheese from spreading too much as it melts and makes for a prettier presentation too!
- Using a sharp knife, carefully score the top of the brie in a crosshatch pattern, cutting about ¼ inch deep. This helps the toppings penetrate the cheese and allows it to melt more evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts generously over the top of the scored brie. Drizzle with the balsamic vinegar, making sure to get some into the scored lines. If you’re using honey, drizzle that on top as well.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and slightly bubbly around the edges. Don’t overbake – you want the cheese melted but not completely liquefied!
- Remove from the oven and serve right away while it’s hot and gooey. The cheese will continue to soften from the residual heat, so don’t wait too long!
Use a good quality balsamic vinegar for the best flavor. If you have aged balsamic, even better! You can also reduce regular balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until syrupy for a more concentrated flavor.
You can prepare this up to 2 hours ahead – just assemble in the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate. Add 2-3 extra minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.
Serve with water crackers, baguette slices, apple slices, grapes, or even crispy tortilla chips. Don’t forget some small pickles or cornichons for those who like a tangy contrast!
Good variations: Instead of walnuts and balsamic, top your brie with chopped roasted red peppers, a generous pinch of dried oregano, freshly cracked black pepper, and a drizzle of good olive oil. Or add some fresh thyme leaves along with the walnuts, or try dried cranberries for a festive touch. Or mix chopped fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme with the walnuts before sprinkling on top. Or Add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the walnuts for those who like a little heat!
This recipe for Roasted Brie Cheese With Walnuts and Balsamic Vinegar was originally created on BakeAfter.com.
Nutrition
580 calories; 33 g fat; 50.6 g carbohydrates; 20.3 g protein.Did you try this recipe?
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