Baked Brie with Coconut Sugar & Sea Salt

Jul 18, 2021

Baked Brie with Coconut Sugar & Smoked Sea Salt

Who can resist melty, gooey cheese draping over crusty bread, crackers, or grilled fruit? This recipe skips the fuss of handmade puff pastry and lets the brie shine, topped with caramelized, aromatic coconut sugar and crunchy pecans.

At the end of a long week, I always love to kick back on our patio and pair this delectable treat with my favorite wines —sharp, fruity, or bold. The smooth, velvety brie, accented with smoky sea salt, is the ultimate evening snack. A pro tip: ensure you seal the sweet, salty, and nutty flavors completely within the puff pastry to prevent any leakage.

Once cooled, slice into the beautifully browned pastry and savor the delicious blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for a cozy night in or impressing guests at a gathering.

This is my go to quick appetizer or when I want a little something with wine.  The smoked salt makes this heavenly. 

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 (8 oz.) round brie cheese (Camembert can also be used)
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup pecans, toasted and chopped
  • 2 TBSP butter, softened
  • Caramel topping
  • s.a.l.t. sisters Smoked Sea Salt 
  • Assorted crackers for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. Unfold the puff pastry onto a baking sheet. Lightly press the folds together to ensure the seams do not open during baking.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the coconut sugar, toasted pecans, and softened butter.
  4. Gently pack the sugar mixture in the center of the puff pastry. Place the brie wheel directly on top of the sugar mixture. Wrap the pastry around the brie, ensuring to seal any seams by pinching them together. Transfer the wrapped brie, seam side down, onto a lightly greased baking dish.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
  6. Allow the brie to stand for 3–5 minutes after removing from the oven. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle a light amount of one of our Smoked Sea Salts over the top. Serve warm with assorted crackers.

Enjoy your Baked Brie with Coconut Sugar & Smoked Sea Salt, a show-stopping appetizer that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat!
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