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    Baked Brie Bread Bowl

    Published: Sep 29, 2023 ยท Modified: Dec 17, 2023 by Adrianne

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    Baked brie in a bread bowl with walnuts, dried cranberries and rosemary.
    Baked brie in a bread bowl with walnuts, dried cranberries and rosemary.

    Baked Brie Bread Bowl is a quick and easy recipe! The perfect party starter, appetizer, holiday party dip, Thanksgiving or Christmas snack or finger food. Pop this cranberry brie bread bowl on the table, blink twice and it will be gone!

    Piece of bread being held above a baked brie bread bowl.
    Bake Brie Bread Bowl

    Recipes like the Baked Brie with Garlic, Baked Brie With Red Pepper Jelly and the Baked Brie with Honey are all about this delicious indulgent cheese.

    The Grazing Platter and Cruditรฉ Platter give us large crowd pleasing ideas. The Candied Bacon Crackers are the perfect dipping cracker.

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    • ๐Ÿค Recipe Highlights
    • ๐Ÿฅ— Ingredients
    • ๐Ÿณ Instructions
    • ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ How to Make Brie Bread Bowl
    • ๐Ÿง€ Cranberry Brie Bread Bowl
    • ๐Ÿฝ Serving Suggestions
    • ๐Ÿ‘ How to Guide
    • ๐Ÿ˜‰ Substitutions and Variations
    • ๐Ÿ’ก Tasty Tips
    • ๐Ÿค“ Frequently Asked Questions
    • ๐Ÿ˜ More Easy Holiday Recipes
    • ๐Ÿ“– Recipe
    Baked brie in a bread bowl with dried cranberries, walnuts and rosemary.
    Baked Brie Bread Bowl

    ๐Ÿค Recipe Highlights

    I have summarised everything that you will come to know and love (LOVE โค) about the recipe in the points below:

    • Brie: brie cheese. Yup, you are hearing me right. ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ‘
    • Simple ingredients: you will be able to get everything you need to make this brie appetizer from your local grocery store. They are year round available ingredients that will be easy to get your hands on.
    • Party food: the best thing at the party right ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘. This baked brie bowl is perfect for parties are more than 'just chips', offer a little substance and a whole lot of cheesy yum.
    • Easy recipe: anyone of all cooking skills and abilities will be able to make this pull apart bread. We simply cut the top off the cheese, make a hole in the bread, bake it and add some toppings. It is a super easy, fun recipe that doesn't require any magic tricks. Although, you might think that there is some magic involved in the rate at which it disappears ๐Ÿ˜‚.
    • Taste and texture: there is the tang of the brie cheese, the sweet cranberry sauce, the crunchy walnuts, chewy dried cranberries and sweet rosemary leaves. This combination ticks a lot of the taste and texture boxes and them some.
    • Versatile: this sourdough bread bowl recipe works for a weekend brunch, a party starter, an appetizer, snack food, super bowl treat or holiday food. It is very versatile, popular and lends itself to a wide variety of serving ideas.

    ๐Ÿฅ— Ingredients

    The photo below is to show you everything you need to make the baked brie cob loaf recipe. Please refer to the printable recipe card for specific ingredient measurements as well as detailed instructions.

    Ingredients to make a baked brie bread bowl on marble background with text labels.
    Ingredients to make Brie Bread Bowl

    As you can see the recipe calls for:

    • Olive oil: we use a little bit of olive oil on the edges off the cut bread so that they crispp up when we oven bake the bread.
    • Walnuts: we add these (crushed) to the top of the melted cheese for texture and to give a festive feel to the bread topping.
    • Dried cranberries: as above. We want to use these to add texture and a few pops of colour to the brie. I use whole dried cranberries then take kitchen scissors and roughly chop them into smaller pieces.
    • Cranberry sauce: we spread a layer of tart cranberry sauce into the base of the bread bowl so once the cheese melts and the bread is torn apart, the base has a sweet sticky jam on it ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘.
    • Brie: an excellent cheese to use in a wide variety of recipes both served cold and hot. This rich and smooth cheese is a great choice to bake as it performs well and brings it own ooey gooey cheese pull. I recommend double cream brie.
    • Rosemary: this fresh herb is festive and fragrant. We simply pull the leaves off and discard the stems.
    • Bread: we want to use a round sourdough loaf for this as shown on the photo above. It is often called a 'cob loaf' in some parts of the world or simply a round loaf in others. Purchase from your local bakery or grocery store. Another way to use this bread is by making the Bacon And Cheese Cob Loaf, French Onion Cob Loaf or the Spinach Cob Loaf Dip.

    Top Tip: I like to provide you with a number of substitutions and variations giving you an array of options when making my recipes. If in doubt of any of the above ingredients, or wanting alternatives, read this section (further below) before jumping into the instructions on how to make the recipe which are coming next ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘Œ.

    ๐Ÿณ Instructions

    Here are the step by step instructions to make the easy baked brie recipe. We start by preparing the bread.

    Step by step instructions 1 to 4 to make a baked brie bread bowl with text labels.
    Step by step instructions 1 to 4
    • Remove the rind from the top of the cheese (Photo 1)
    • Slice the top off the bread (Photo 2)
    • Measure around the brie (Photo 3)
    • Remove bread from measured hole (Photo 4)

    ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ How to Make Brie Bread Bowl

    Start to make the recipe by removing the brie from the packaging and then using a sharp knife to slice the top of the brie rind off.

    Then put the bread to the side whilst you use a serrated knife to slice the top off the round loaf of bread.

    Next place the brie into the centre of the bread and use this to measure a circle around it. Then use a knife to cut down into the bread and trace this shape.

    Pull the soft white bread out from the hole that you have created.

    Step by step instructions to make a baked brie bread bowl with text labels 5 to 8.
    Step by step instructions 5 to 8
    • Spread a layer of cranberry sauce into the bread (Photo 5)
    • Place the brie on top of the cranberry sauce (Photo 6)
    • Make small cuts around the circumference of the bread (Photo 7)
    • Brush the cut bread with olive oil (Photo 8)

    ๐Ÿง€ Cranberry Brie Bread Bowl

    Then dollop in the cranberry sauce and spread this out into the base of the bread as its own layer.

    Next place the wheel of cheese on top of the cranberry sauce like you see me having done in the photos above.

    Once that is done, use a knife and make cuts in the remaining outer crust of the bread bowl. Then use a pastry brush to coat this cut bread with olive oil.

    Next place the top back onto the bread as I have done in the photos below.

    Step by step instructions 9 to 12 to make a bread bowl cheese dip with text labels on top.
    Step by step instructions 9 to 12
    • Place top on bread bowl (Photo 9)
    • Then chop some extra bread pieces for serving (Photo 10)
    • Oven bake (Photo 11)
    • Transfer the baked brie bowl to a platter (Photo 12)

    Then slice up some extra bread and place these onto the baking tray with the bread bowl. Next give them a spray with cooking spray.

    Now place the baking tray into the middle rack of the oven and let the bread bowl cook for around 20 minutes.

    Once done use oven mitts to remove it, place the tray onto a heatproof surface and then use tongs to transfer the brie bowl to a serving platter.

    Step by step instructions 13 to 16 to make a baked brie bread bowl with text labels.
    Step by step instructions 13 to 16
    • Top the brie with the crushed walnuts (Photo 13)
    • Then add the chopped dried cranberries (Photo 14)
    • Sprinkle rosemary leave on top (Photo 15)
    • Add the bread pieces to the serving platter (Photo 16)

    Once the brie bowl has baked you can use tongs to transfer it onto a serving platter and then get ready to add the toppings.

    Start to decorate the gooey baked brie by sprinkling the chopped walnuts into the cheese, then add the dried cranberries like you see in the photos above.

    Next scatter the rosemary leaves over the walnuts and cranberries.

    Then place the extra toasted bread pieces around the outsides of the bread bowl.

    ๐Ÿฝ Serving Suggestions

    You can peel and chop some carrot, slice some celery sticks, rinse some snap peas or broccoli and have them on the plate.

    Or you can do as I do and use a 2nd bread loaf chopped into pieces and toast those pieces alongside the brie bowl then use these for dipping, dunking and dolloping. Your thoughts on these may change depending on the time of year ie December (bread and cheese) January (all about the veggies ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘).

    Brie Bread Bowl is a quick and easy recipe! The perfect party starter, appetizer, Thanksgiving or Christmas snack or finger food. Pop this cranberry brie bread bowl on the table, blink twice and it will be gone! #brie @sweetcaramelsunday

    You will find those cuts that we made earlier come in very handy as a means to tear the bread apart and use these torn bits to dunk in and get covered with the melted brie.

    I am not joking when I say I have seen people literally stand around a bread bowl tearing, dunking and dipping till every last crumb is gone without any restraint. They are a little hard to resist even at the best of times!!

    Brie cheese dripping out of bread bowl on white plate.

    Cheese lovers, I am calling your name with this gooey brie ๐Ÿ˜!

    ๐Ÿ‘ How to Guide

    How to Store

    If you do have leftovers (๐Ÿ˜‚) you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.

    How to Reheat

    Add leftovers to a bowl with cling wrap on top and microwave on high in 30 second intervals until warmed through.

    How to Freeze

    Nah, don't do it. For best results this recipe is not freezable.

    However, as a means to be organised (and somewhat contradict myself!) you can purchase and freeze the bread and then thaw and use later down the track when you are ready to make the recipe and don't want to head to the shops (again!).

    ๐Ÿ˜‰ Substitutions and Variations

    Here are my sub ins and outs that you might be thinking about as you read the post and I will tell you if I think they will work or why they won't:

    • You can use pepper jelly (chilli jam) in place of the cranberry sauce if you wish too.
    • Or you can use onion relish, bacon onion jam or caramelised onion for the base layer if you like.
    • For other sweet fillings try fig jam, raspberry jam or strawberry jam.
    • Crushed pistachios or cashews can be used in place of the crushed walnuts.
    • You can use fresh thyme leaves in place of the rosemary for the fresh herb.

    ๐Ÿ’ก Tasty Tips

    Here are my top tips and tricks that I want to share with you so that you master the recipe from the get go:

    • For many brie recipes we don't need to cut the rind off. However, for this recipe we cut the top surface rind off as a means to allow the cheese toppings to be added to this once the cheese is baked.
    • Using the brie to measure the circumference of the hole allows the brie to fit snugly into the bread bowl.
    • We don't however want to cut all the way to the bottom of the bread bowl as doing so would mean the cheese and cranberry sauce could drip out the base of the bread (oh noooooo ๐Ÿ˜ญ!).
    • When you are removing the leaves from the rosemary pull them off from top to bottom as they will easily slide off the stem.
    • You won't need a cheese knife for this one. The bread will literally get ripped apart from top to bottom and everyone will love it!

    ๐Ÿค“ Frequently Asked Questions

    What bread goes with brie?

    Sourdough, baguette or a French stick all pair exceptionally well with brie. The trick is to use a plain bread with little of its old bold flavor to allow the cheese to shine.

    Do you eat the white part of brie?

    The white part of brie cheese is called the rind. It is 100% safe and normal to eat this.

    Can you save brie after warmed?

    Yes, you can store leftover brie cheese in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 days.

    Then transfer it to a small bowl, cover with cling wrap and heat in the microwave on high for 30 seconds increments until it is heated through.

    ๐Ÿ˜ More Easy Holiday Recipes

    Dips, spreads, finger foods and appetizer are the way to get the party started right. Here are some more ideas for you to try:

    • Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly
    • Mini Croissant Sandwiches
    • Smoked Trout Dip
    • Microwave Brie
    • Baked Camembert with Cranberry Sauce
    • Pork Meatballs
    • Air Fryer Chicken Meatballs
    • Air Fryer Mini Hot Dogs
    • Chicken Ribs
    • Roast Beef Sliders

    It is time to get our brie bowl on my friend! You can also find all of my dips and spreads recipes in the one spot. Or make the grazing platter if you have a crowd to feed. You can also find all of my appetizer recipes in the one spot.

    Adrianne

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    ๐Ÿ“– Recipe

    Cheese dripping out of brie bread bowl on white plate.

    Baked Brie Bread Bowl

    Brie Bread Bowl is a quick and easy recipe! The perfect party starter, appetizer, Thanksgiving or Christmas snack or finger food.
    5 from 3 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 297kcal
    Author: Adrianne
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    Ingredients

    • 250 grams/ 8 oz wheel double cream brie cheese Note 1
    • 1 round sourdough (or cob loaf)
    • 3 tablespoon cranberry sauce
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon walnuts roughly chopped using kitchen scissors, Note 2
    • 1 tablespoon dried cranberries roughly chopped using kitchen scissors, Note 3
    • 2 teaspoon rosemary leaves only, stems trimmed

    To serve (optional)

    • 1 round sourdough (or cob loaf) cut into small pieces, sprayed with oil and toasted

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven: preheat the oven to 180ยฐC / 350-375ยฐF / Gas Mark 4-5.
    • Brie cheese: remove the packaging from the brie cheese and place it in the centre of a chopping board. Then use a knife to slice the top layer of rind off and discard.
    • Bread: place the round bread onto a chopping board and use a knife to slice the top of it off.
    • Measure: place the brie into the centre of the sliced bread and use it to measure a circle around it with a knife. Cut gently down. Then place brie to the side and pull the soft bread out from the measured hole.
    • Combine: use a spoon to dollop cranberry sauce into the base of the bread. Flip the spoon to the other side and spread the sauce out into a layer. Then place the brie on top of the cranberry sauce. Place the top of the bread back on and place the bread onto a silicon baking mat.
    • Oven bake: place the baking tray into the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Then remove and transfer the toasted bread pieces to a serving platter. Then return the baking tray to the oven and let the brie bread bowl bake for a further 10 minutes.
    • Decorate: once the bread has melted and the bred toasted, use oven mitts to remove the tray from the oven and place it onto a heatproof surface. Then use tongs to transfer the bread bowl to a serving platter. Sprinkle the crushed walnuts over the surface of the melted cheese then add the dried chopped cranberries. To finish it off scatter the rosemary leaves across the top.
    • To serve: serve straight away with the extra toasted bread pieces on the platter at the base of the bread bowl.

    Notes

    • Note 1 - Brie cheese: you can use a larger or smaller wheel of cheese if you wish too. It simply needs to be measured so that it fits snugly into the bread. I use double cream brie cheese when making the recipe. You can use regular brie cheese also.ย 
    • Note 2 - Walnuts: I start with whole walnuts and then use kitchen scissors and a small jug to chop them into pieces. So they appear as 'crushed walnuts'.ย 
    • Note 3 - Dried cranberries: as above, I use whole dried cranberries and then roughly chop them with kitchen scissors and a small glass.ย 
    • Note 4 - Rosemary: pull the rosemary leaves off the stems from base to top. Top to base pulling won't work as well. So slide your hand at the base of the stem and 'whoosh' up to the stop and they will all easily end up in a pile in your hand.ย 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 538mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 188IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course Appetizer, dip
    Cuisine Western
    Keyword brie bread bowl
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    Comments

    1. Rebecca says

      September 29, 2023 at 6:43 am

      5 stars
      Oh my!! Brie is hubbys favorite cheese. Will make this for him and let you know how it goes. Thanks

      Reply
      • Adrianne says

        September 29, 2023 at 10:46 pm

        That sounds great Rebecca. I hope that you both enjoy it.

      • Adrianne says

        September 30, 2023 at 11:31 pm

        Ok awesome Rebecca, that sounds great. I hope that you both enjoy it.

    2. Claire Renolds says

      October 02, 2023 at 7:43 am

      5 stars
      Love, love, loved this brie! So easy and very yummy.

      Reply
    3. Julia Andrews says

      December 08, 2023 at 7:43 pm

      5 stars
      Tried this recipe and was very happy with how it turned out.

      Reply
      • Adrianne says

        December 08, 2023 at 10:18 pm

        Thanks Julia for your feedback! ๐Ÿ˜

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