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Awesome Recipes Made With Brie Cheese

We’ll tell it to you straight: we’re huge cheese lovers. Few things make as a good a snack as a simple piece of cheese, and that’s not even starting one how many actual meal dishes you can incorporate cheese into! Perhaps the best thing about cheese, however, is that there are so many different kinds of cheese you can choose from, each one just as delicious as the last. We’re down to eat most types, but for us, very few cheeses beat the creamy, rich taste of brie.

If you’re on board with us so far then check out these 15 mouthwatering recipes of all kinds made with brie cheese on the ingredients list!

1. French baked brie with figs, walnuts, and pistachios

French baked brie with figs, walnuts, and pistachios

As if brie cheese wasn’t already a decadent enough appetizer or snack dish on its own, The Mediterranean Dish shows you how to bake and garnish it! You’ll need:

  • 4 tbsp of fig jam or preserves (divided)
  • 1/3 cup of dried mission figs (sliced)
  • 1/3 cup of shelled pistachios (roughly chopped)
  • 1/3 cup of walnut hearts (roughly chopped)
  • 13 oz of French brie

2. Nutella baked brie

Nutella baked brie

If you’ve never tried a sweet recipe that pairs chocolate and brie then you’re already missing out, but Basil & Bubbly shows you how to take that idea even further with Nutella! You’ll need:

  • 1 small wheel of brie (approx. 7 oz)
  • 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry (defrost for 45 minutes)
  • ½ cup of Nutella
  • 2 tbsp of sliced almonds (optional)
  • 1 egg (beaten, optional for egg wash)

3. Garlic mushroom and brie toast

Garlic mushroom and brie toast

Toast might not come to your mind first thing when you’re thinking of fancy brie dishes to make, but Kitchen Sanctuary shows you how to spice it up quite nicely! You’ll need:

  • 2 large slices of bread (cut in half)
  • 1 tbsp of butter
  • 1 tbsp of vegetable oil
  • 8 regular mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 large pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1 clove of garlic (peeled and minced)
  • 170g (6oz) of brie, sliced
  • 6 sprigs of fresh thyme

4. Baked brie with pumpkin butter and walnuts

Baked brie with pumpkin butter and walnuts

Did you love the idea of baking your brie but pistachios aren’t really your thing? Then check out this pumpkin butter and walnut version from Jenny Shea Rawn instead! You’ll need:

  • 1 8oz wheel of brie cheese
  • 2 tbsp of pumpkin butter (or apple butter)
  • 1 tbsp of walnuts
  • 1 sprinkle of cinnamon
  • 2 apples (sliced)

5. Turkey, cranberry, and brie egg rolls

Turkey, cranberry, and brie egg rolls

Do you love turkey dinner, but you’re supposed to be bringing the appetizer to the party? Then check out these awesome spring rolls from Recipe Runner that have just about everything you love about turkey dinner inside! You’ll need:

  • 8-10 egg roll wrappers
  • 1 cup of shredded turkey
  • 1/8 tsp of poultry seasoning (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup of cranberry sauce
  • 8-10 slices of brie cheese (approx. 1/4-1/2 in thick and 1 1/2 in long)

6. Hasselback baked apples with brie and pecans

Hasselback baked apples with brie and pecans

Speaking of delicious baked things; if you’ve never tried baked apples, then you’re missing out once more! Check out how Busy in Brooklyn made them with brie. You’ll need:

  • 2 apples
  • 1/2 wheel of brie
  • 1 tbsp of butter (melted)
  • 1 tbsp of honey
  • 2 tbsp of chopped pecans
  • 2 tbsp of oats
  • 1 tbsp of flour
  • 3 tbsp of brown sugar
  • 1/8 tsp of cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp of salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp of butter (softened)

7. Brie and mushroom strata

Brie and mushroom strata

Whether you like to eat your strata best as a breakfast meal or a whole dinner, we can probably all agree that making it with brie, like The Ktchn did here, is the best way to go. You’ll need:

  • 2 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1 large shallot (minced)
  • 1-2 large cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1 pound of mixed mushrooms (sliced)
  • 3-4 sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 1/2 cup of dry white wine
  • 9 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 2 cups of whole milk
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp of Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp of kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound (16 oz) of cubed French bread (day old or toasted)
  • 1 (8 oz) round of brie (rind removed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 1/4 cup of freshly grated Parmesan
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

8. Baked brie and caramelized onion cups

Baked brie and caramelized onion cups

Sometimes the best way to enjoy brie is in something that’s easy and bite-sized so you can eat it while you chat at a party. Lemons for Lulu happens to agree! You’ll need:

  • 2 boxes phyllo shells (1.9 oz boxes with 15 shells)
  • 4 oz brie cheese, cut into 1 in cubes
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 tablespoon Pompeian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Pompeian Balsamic vinegar
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

9. Chicken stuffed with brie, spinach, and cranberries

Chicken stuffed with brie, spinach, and cranberries

You read that right; chicken stuffed with brie cheese. Imagine how delicious it’ll be as it pours out from the centre with each bite! We have iFoodreal to thank for this one. You’ll need:

  • 2 lbs of chicken breasts (boneless & skinless)
  • 5 oz of brie cheese (cut into 6 long slices)
  • 1 small onion (minced)
  • 1 large garlic clove (minced)
  • 2 tsp of coconut or avocado oil (divided)
  • 6 oz of spinach (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup of cranberries (dried)
  • 1/2 tsp of thyme (dried)
  • 1/2 tsp himalayan pink salt
  • Ground black pepper to taste

10. Peach, brie, and prosciutto tart

Peach, brie, and prosciutto tart

Brie is such a versatile ingredient that it’s even delicious in sweet things, like this peach tart from Cooks with Cocktails! You’ll need:

  • ½ package of puff pasty
  • 3 peaches
  • 4 strips of prosciutto
  • ½ a medium round of brie
  • 4 tbsp of honey
  • 4 tbsp of balsamic reduction

11. Pasta with tomatoes, garlic, basil, and brie

Pasta with tomatoes, garlic, basil, and brie

Cheesy pastas are a classic that we will never tire of. As proven by Food 52, you don’t even need to make them complicated in order to make them absolutely delectable! You’ll need:

  • 3/4 pound of brie (triple cream)
  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes
  • 2 medium cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 cup of loosely packed basil leaves (cleaned and dried)
  • 1/2 cup (plus 2 tbsp) of excellent olive oil
  • Kosher or sea salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1 pound of curly pasta

12. Skillet brie and artichoke dip

Skillet brie and artichoke dip

You probably know how delicious a good creamy artichoke dip is, but Bev Cooks shows you how making it with brie can take it to the next level! You’ll need:

  • 1 (6.7 oz) jar of grilled artichoke hearts (drained)
  • 1 (6 oz) container of Greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1/4 cup of scallions (finely diced)
  • 1 (8 oz) wheel of brie (cut into small chunks)
  • 1 tsp of lemon zest for garnish (optional)

13. Cranberry, butternut squash, and brussel sprouts brie skillet

Cranberry, butternut squash, and brussel sprouts brie skillet

Did you know that vegetarian dishes are made more delicious by brie as well? Half Baked Harvest shows you how it’s done! You’ll need:

  • 1 1/2 cups of butternut squash (peeled and cut into small cubes)
  • 2 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1 tsp of brown sugar
  • 1 pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1 cup of brussel sprouts (sliced thin into shreds)
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced or grated)
  • 1 tbsp of fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 2 tsp of chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp of crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
  • 8 oz of fontina cheese (shredded)
  • 8 oz of brie (sliced)
  • 1 bag of tortilla chips
  • 4 oz of gorgonzola or blue cheese for topping (crumbled)

14. Four cheese brie mac and cheese with Ritz cracker breadcrumbs

Four cheese brie mac and cheese with ritz cracker breadcrumbs

This decadent gourmet mac and cheese from Half Baked Harvest is the stuff that childhood dreams are made of. You’ll need:

  • 7 tbsp of unsalted butter (divided)
  • 1 clove of garlic (minced or grated)
  • 1 1/2 cups of crushed Ritz crackers (about 1 sleeve)
  • 1 pound of elbow pasta
  • 1/4 cup of flour
  • 3 cups of warm milk (2%)
  • 1 1/4 cups of sharp white cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1 cup of fontina cheese (shredded)
  • 1 1/4 cups of havarti cheese (shredded)
  • 4-6 oz of Brie (rind removed and chopped)
  • 1/4 tsp of mustard powder
  • 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp of salt
  • 1/2 tsp of pepper

15. Brie stuffed pretzels with rosemary and sea salt

Brie stuffed pretzels with rosemary and sea salt

If you’ve ever had a warm soft pretzel then you already know that they’re practically irresistible, but Port and Fin found a way to make them even better: brie! You’ll need:

  • 1½ cup of warm water
  • 1 tbsp of sugar
  • 2 tsp of sea salt
  • 2¼ tsp of instant yeast
  • 4½ cups of flour
  • ½ stick (2oz) of butter (melted)
  • 220g brie cheese (sliced)
  • 8 cups of water
  • ½ cup of baking soda
  • Olive oil (for brushing)
  • Sea salt
  • Fresh rosemary (for garnish)

Do you know someone who loves brie cheese as much as we do? Share this post with them for a little bit of creamy cooking inspiration!

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