This recipe is sponsored by ALDI. It’s a law of social gathering that no matter what other appetizers you set out for a party, the baked brie will be the first demolished. Fortunately for the busy host(ess), baked brie is make-ahead friendly, saving you stress on an already busy prep day (for example, I’ll make a double batch of these Brie Bites, then keep half in the freezer and bake them right before guests arrive). From deciding the menu to time management (both of which this easy baked brie en croute helps solve!), hosting holiday dinners is stressful. One of the biggest pain points is budget. That’s why this holiday season, I’m excited to be working with ALDI again, where you can find quality products at a lower price point. This year is especially exciting because ALDI is doing a “Thanksgiving Rewind.” The prices for many Thanksgiving favorites like apps, sides, and desserts have been dialed back all the way to 2019*! Retro has never looked so good. From produce to baking essentials to drinks, you can find everything you need for Thanksgiving at ALDI and save in the process! This baked brie en croute is made exclusively with ALDI ingredients. My friends loved it. The gala apples and Southern Grove Chopped Pecans were both “rewind” products (2019 pricing), and I also saved on the other items I purchased at ALDI, like the crescent rolls used to wrap the brie and the baguette for serving it.
How to Make Baked Brie En Croute
Of all the ways to serve brie, baked brie en croute is the most show-stopping of them all. En croute means “in pastry.” It refers to the method of wrapping the brie in a layered pastry dough, then baking it until the pastry is golden and flaky and the brie is warm and oozy inside. It’s heaven. From there, you can add a variety of other ingredients to vary it up (brie en croute with fig jam is popular, for example). For the total W-O-W package that the holidays deserve, however, this apple honey pecan version of brie en croute is spectacular. I served our brie en croute with toasted baguette slices and apple slices, but by the end, we were going at it directly with forks (and ok, you caught me—with our fingers too!).
The Ingredients
Emporium Selection Brie Cheese Round. Rich and buttery, brie is the ultimate crowd-pleasing cheese. Once baked, it turns ooey-gooey and perfectly spreadable. Bake House Creations Crescent Rolls. Using prepared crescent roll dough makes this recipe quick and easy (it’s delicious too!). Specially Selected Raw Honey. Naturally sweetens the brie en croute. Plus, honey tastes wonderful with apples and pecans.Southern Grove Chopped Pecans. Buttery pecans add crunch and nuttiness to the dish. Gala Apples. Sweet, juicy apple chunks taste scrumptious with the gooey brie cheese and crunchy pecans. Stonemill Ground Sage. Adds earthiness and warmth to the apple mixture. Egg. Egg and water create an egg wash that helps the crescent roll dough become crisp on the outside.
The Directions
Storage Tips
To Store. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 1 day. To Reheat. Rewarm brie in a baking dish in the oven at 350 degrees F.
What to Serve with Baked Brie En Croute
Specially Selected Baguette. Toasted or untoasted, baguette slices are always a hit with baked brie. Crackers. Another pairing that’s certain to please.Apple Slices. Crisp, juicy, sweet apple slices will pair perfectly with this appetizer. Southern Grove Chopped Pecans. Serve this baked brie with a few extra pecans for an added crunch. Apricots. Dried fruit like apricots tastes wonderful with baked brie. Jam. For those who enjoy a little extra sweetness, serving jam alongside the brie is ideal. Fig jam would be scrumptious!Pretzel Crisps. Sturdy and salty, these are a great addition or alternative to traditional crackers. Roasted Garlic. Sweet Roasted Garlic would be delicious with this appetizer. Appleton Farms Prosciutto. Enjoy this baked brie with some sweet and salty prosciutto.
En croute all the way! Leave a rating below in the comments and let me know how you liked the recipe. *2019 Thanksgiving Price Rewind on select ALDI products based on average retail at ALDI from November 2–29, 2019. Available in store and online from November 2-19, 2022. Taxes and online and delivery fees not included. Products with reduced prices are marked with the Thanksgiving Price Rewind icon. Prices for other Thanksgiving-related products may be higher than 2019 prices at ALDI. Wine and beer available at select ALDI stores.
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