Description
This Sausage Baked Brie recipe is an irresistible appetizer featuring a wheel of creamy brie cheese topped with savory, seasoned ground sausage, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for entertaining or cozy nights, it comes together quickly using simple ingredients and offers versatile serving options with crackers, bread, or fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese (approximately 8 ounces)
Sausage Mixture
- 8 ounces ground sausage
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh herbs (such as thyme or rosemary), chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or mustard for flavoring
- Optional: red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños for heat
For Serving
- Crackers or sliced baguette
- Fresh fruit such as apple or pear slices
- Optional: toasted pecans or walnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sausage Mixture: Brown the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Add finely chopped garlic and onion, cooking until softened and fragrant. Stir in fresh herbs and any optional seasonings like honey, mustard, or red pepper flakes. Remove from heat and set aside to let flavors meld.
- Prep the Brie: Slice off the top rind of the brie wheel to expose the creamy interior; keep the sides intact to maintain shape while baking.
- Assemble the Dish: Place the brie on a small oven-safe dish or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Evenly spoon the cooked sausage mixture over the exposed top of the brie, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake Until Golden: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled brie for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sausage topping is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and let cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Pair with crackers, sliced baguette, fresh fruit, or veggies for dipping and enjoy the gooey, savory appetizer.
Notes
- Choose quality sausage for best flavor.
- Watch the baking time carefully to avoid overcooking the brie, which can become greasy.
- Use fresh herbs to brighten the dish.
- Allow the baked brie to rest briefly before serving to thicken for easier dipping.
- Add texture contrasts like toasted nuts or fresh fruit slices for a balanced bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximate)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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