Lemon Herb Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
A delightful and elegant appetizer featuring creamy Brie cheese, zesty lemon, and fragrant herbs wrapped in flaky puff pastry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- Fresh herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or parsley)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Place the Brie in the center of the puff pastry.
- In a bowl, mix the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture over the Brie.
- Fold the pastry over the Brie, sealing it tightly.
- Brush the pastry with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Let the Brie sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before using it to help it melt more evenly. Experiment with different herbs based on your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg