Camembert is one of France’s most iconic cheeses. Bake it with honey and fresh herbs to serve one unforgettable appetizer!
This post is all about how to make Baked Camembert With Honey.
Baked Camembert with fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic, drizzled with honey, is one of the most delicious appetizers I’ve ever tasted! And it’s unbelievably easy to make but looks and tastes RICH.
The cheese is warm and gooey after being baked to perfection in about 15 minutes. I served this cheese snack with sea salt pita crackers and a glass of cold Chardonnay. And it’s ADDICTING, to say the least!
This Camembert cheese wheel, which closely resembles Brie (except for its slightly bolder flavor), will efficiently serve six to eight people. The French swear you should serve a crusty baguette with Baked Camembert, but WARNING this cheese is so rich the crackers seemed just right, especially if you plan on having dinner later.
I am so excited to share this easy and DELICIOUS appetizer recipe because almost anyone who tastes this Baked Camembert With Honey will seriously think you’re an appetizer genius! Check out the step-by-step instructions below.
Baked Camembert With Honey
What Is The Difference Between Camembert And Brie Cheese?
While Camembert and Brie look similar, some differences set them apart. Because cream is added to Brie, it has a higher fat content than Camembert, which explains why it tastes smoother and creamier. Tastewise, the two are almost the same, but Brie tastes more buttery than Camembert cheese, which has a more intense flavor and aroma.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Camembert Cheese, 8-ounce wheel in cardboard or wooden packaging.
- One Large Garlic Clove, thinly sliced.
- Rosemary, one sprig, remove the leaves.
- Thyme, two sprigs, remove the leaves.
Equipment Needed:
- Oven
- Serving Board or Platter
How Long Do You Leave Camembert In The Oven?
Bake Camembert to perfection at 350 degrees F for about 15 minutes. The cheese will be warm and gooey once it’s finished baking with a beautiful golden brown top.
How To Make Baked Camembert With Honey, Step-By-Step
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Step 2: Unwrap the Camembert cheese and discard the wrapping. Using a sharp knife, score (cut) crisis cross hatches across the top of the cheese, about 1 inch deep. Place the wheel of cheese back into the wooden crate if it came with one, or put it in a round baking pan. Place the crate or pan onto the lined baking sheet.
*Tip: Some Camembert cheeses are sold in a cardboard crate, while a specialty cheese shop often sells it in a round wooden crate. It is NOT safe to bake the cheese in a cardboard box.
You can add the cheese wheel to a round baking pan or make a crate with foil covering the sides and bottom of the cheese. The crate or round dish is necessary to keep its circular shape while it bakes.
Step 3: Thinly slice one large garlic clove. Place slivers of garlic into each cut made on top of the cheese.
Step 4: Remove the leaves from the fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs. Stick the leaves into the cuts the best you can, and garnish the top of the Camembert cheese with the remaining rosemary and thyme leaves.
Step 5: Sprinkle the top of the cheese with red pepper flakes and kosher salt.
Step 6: Drizzle honey on top of the Camembert cheese wheel.
Step 7: Place the baking sheet with the cheese crate or dish into the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes. The cheese will look like liquid and be bubbly, and the top will be golden brown.
*Serve immediately with crackers or sliced baguette bread.
Why You’ll Love It:
- It’s Easy & SEASONED To Perfection.
- The Cheese Is Warm, Bubbly, & ADDICTING.
- Your Guests Will Think You’re A GENIUS.
FAQs, Tips, And Variations For Baked Camembert With Honey
What Should I Serve With Camembert Cheese?
You can serve crackers, crostini, or sliced baguette bread. Because this cheese is rich and filling, I prefer to serve it with crackers.
Is It Safe To Eat The Skin/Rind Of Baked Camembert?
Yes, it’s completely safe to eat!
What Goes Best With Baked Camembert With Honey?
While this cheese tastes delicious by itself, adding garlic, fresh herbs, and honey adds a ton of flavor.
Does Baked Camembert Taste Rubbery?
No! Baked Camembert tastes similar to creamy Brie cheese. Even with the rind, this baked cheese is not rubbery.
How Long Does Baked Camembert Stay Gooey?
After you bake this cheese, it will stay warm and gooey for about 30 minutes. It’s not that the cheese hardens after it has cooled. It’s just not as gooey.
Does Baked Camembert With Honey And Garlic Taste Good?
Garlic and honey complement each other in the best way! I highly recommend adding slivers of garlic to the cheese before baking.
Could I Bake Camembert With Puff Pastry Or Bread?
Yes! You can easily bake Camembert cheese with puff pastry. Check out my recipe here. Just use Camembert instead of the Brie that the recipe calls for.
Can I Add A Jam Topping To Baked Camembert With Honey?
Absolutely! The jam complements the cheese like the sweet honey.
Are Walnuts And Cranberries Good Toppings For Baked Camembert?
Yes! You can add some chopped walnuts and cranberries if you want. I would follow this recipe and add the chopped nuts and cranberries on top before baking.
What If My Camembert Cheese Was Sold Without The Wooden Box Packaging?
You can place the cheese wheel in a round baking dish or wrap the bottom and sides of the cheese in foil to create a crate.
Why Are Rosemary And Thyme Popular Fresh Herbs For Baked Camembert?
Rosemary and thyme add sharp, grass, wood, and floral notes to this baked cheese with honey. Once it’s cooked, you’ll understand why fresh herbs are a must!
How Should I Store Baked Camembert With Honey?
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to three days.
Can You Bake Camembert In Cardboard?
No. The cardboard is flammable in the oven.
Can You Reheat Baked Camembert And At What Temperature?
You can reheat this cheese at 350 degrees F for about five minutes. Or reheat it in the microwave.
What Should I Drink With Honey Baked Camembert?
I like to enjoy a cold glass of Chardonnay, but red wine also complements this cheese in the best way too!
Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?
Yes! You can score the cheese and add the herbs ahead of time. But wait to drizzle the honey and bake the cheese when you’re ready to serve it.
Baked Camembert Cheese With Honey
Equipment
- Sharp knife
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Foil
- Serving Board or Platter
Ingredients
Instructions
How To Make Baked Camembert With Honey, Step-By-Step
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Unwrap the Camembert cheese and discard the wrapping. Using a sharp knife, score (cut) crisis cross hatches across the top of the cheese, about 1 inch deep. Place the wheel of cheese back into the wooden crate it came with or put it in a round baking pan. Place the container or pan onto the lined baking sheet. You could also wrap the bottom and sides of the cheese in foil if you don't have a round dish or wooden crate.
- Thinly slice one large garlic clove. Place slivers of garlic into each cut made on top of the cheese.
- Remove the leaves from the fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs. Stick the leaves into the cuts the best you can, and garnish the top of the Camembert cheese with the remaining rosemary and thyme leaves.
- Sprinkle the top of the cheese with red pepper flakes and kosher salt.
- Drizzle honey on top of the Camembert cheese wheel.
- Place the baking sheet with the cheese crate/dish into the oven and bake at 350 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes. The cheese will look like liquid and be bubbly, and the top will be golden brown.
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Final Thoughts On Baked Camembert With Honey
If you want to serve a quick and easy appetizer that’s incredibly DELICIOUS, make this Baked Camembert With Honey recipe! You’ll impress the heck out of your guests and will leave imprints on their taste buds in the BEST way.
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