Garlic Butter Baked Brie in a Bread Bowl Recipe

Introduction

This Garlic Butter Baked Brie in a Bread Bowl is an irresistible appetizer that combines creamy, melted brie with fragrant garlic butter and crusty sourdough. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, it’s simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 pound round of sourdough bread
• 1 (8 ounce) wheel of brie cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Step 2: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Whisk in the minced garlic and dried Italian seasoning, then set aside.
3. Step 3: Carefully trim most of the rind off the brie wheel, leaving a bit intact if needed.
4. Step 4: Slice about ½-inch off the top of the sourdough bread to create the bread bowl lid.
5. Step 5: Place the brie on top of the bread. Using a serrated knife, cut a circle around the brie and down into the bread.
6. Step 6: Hollow out the inside of the bread so the brie fits snugly inside the bread bowl.
7. Step 7: Make 1-inch slices around the outside of the bread, cutting down to where the hollowed center stops.
8. Step 8: Brush the hollowed inside and the spaces between the 1-inch slices with the garlic butter mixture.
9. Step 9: Place the brie into the hollowed bread bowl. Brush the top of the brie and the outside of the bread bowl with the remaining garlic butter.
10. Step 10: Cut the removed bread top into bite-sized pieces. Brush or dip these pieces in any leftover garlic butter and arrange them around the bread bowl on the baking sheet.
11. Step 11: Bake on the middle rack for about 30 minutes or until the bread bowl is toasted and the brie is melted.
12. Step 12: Serve immediately while the brie is melty and the bread is warm.

Tips & Variations

• Use fresh garlic for the best flavor, but garlic powder can be substituted in a pinch.
• Add a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra aroma.
• Swap sourdough for a rustic round boule or a large artisan bread for different textures.
• Serve with sliced apples or pears to add a sweet contrast to the savory cheese.

Storage

Store leftover baked brie covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 300°F for 10-15 minutes to melt the cheese again. The bread may lose some crispness but will still be delicious.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of brie?

Yes, camembert or another soft, creamy cheese can be used as a substitute, but brie’s flavor and texture are ideal for this recipe.

How do I prevent the bread from becoming soggy?

Brushing the bread interior and slices with garlic butter helps create a barrier that keeps the bread from becoming too soggy while adding great flavor.

Garlic Butter Baked Brie in a Bread Bowl Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Baked Brie in a Bread Bowl is a decadent appetizer featuring a creamy wheel of brie cheese nestled inside a hollowed-out sourdough bread loaf. Garlic-infused butter with Italian seasoning adds rich flavor to the bread and cheese, which is baked until the brie melts perfectly and the bread is toasted to crispy perfection. Perfect for entertaining, this crowd-pleasing dish combines buttery, garlicky goodness with warm, gooey cheese and crusty bread for dipping.

• Author: Isla
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Garlic Butter

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Bread Bowl and Cheese

• 1 pound round of sourdough bread
• 1 (8 ounce) wheel of brie cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking during baking.
2. Melt Butter and Mix Garlic Seasoning: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter completely. Whisk in the minced garlic and dried Italian seasoning until combined. Set this flavorful garlic butter aside.
3. Trim the Brie: Carefully remove most of the rind from the wheel of brie cheese, leaving a small amount intact. This helps the cheese melt smoothly while keeping some structure.
4. Prepare the Bread Bowl: Slice about ½-inch off the top of the sourdough bread round to create a lid. Place the brie on top, and carefully cut a circle around it, slicing down into the bread.
5. Hollow Out the Bread: Remove the inside bread from the circle to create enough space for the brie wheel to fit snugly inside the bread bowl.
6. Score the Bread Sides: Using a serrated knife, make 1-inch deep vertical slices all around the outside of the bread down to where the hollow section begins. This facilitates buttery penetration and even crisping.
7. Apply Garlic Butter to Bread Inside and Slices: Brush the hollowed interior of the bread and the slices between the cuts all over with the prepared garlic butter to infuse flavor.
8. Insert the Brie and Finish with Butter: Place the trimmed brie wheel into the hollowed-out bread bowl. Brush the top of the brie as well as the outer surface of the bread bowl generously with remaining garlic butter.
9. Prepare Bread Lid for Dipping: Slice the removed top bread piece into bite-sized chunks. Dip or brush these bread pieces with any leftover garlic butter and arrange them around the bread bowl on the baking sheet.
10. Bake: Place the baking sheet on the center rack of the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until the bread is toasted and crispy and the brie inside has melted to a gooey consistency.
11. Serve Immediately: Remove from oven and serve right away to enjoy the warm, melty cheese and garlicky toasted bread for dipping.

Notes

• Be careful not to remove all the rind from the brie as it helps contain the melted cheese.
• Use a serrated knife for easier slicing of the bread without crushing it.
• Serve immediately after baking for best texture and flavor.
• You can add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to the garlic butter for extra aroma.
• If you prefer, substitute sourdough with a sturdy round bread such as boule or country loaf.

Keywords: baked brie, garlic butter, bread bowl, appetizer, party food, sourdough bread, melted cheese