Easy Brie with Sundried Tomatoes Appetizer: Brie Mine for the Holidays!
When you need an easy appetizer that looks impressive but takes almost no effort, this Brie with Sundried Tomatoes delivers every time. It’s rich, creamy, slightly tangy, and ready in minutes—exactly the kind of recipe you want in your back pocket for entertaining.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Brie Wheel - Chilled
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley Leaves - Minced
- 2 Tablespoons Shredded Parmesan
- 4 Sundried Tomatoes Packed in Oil, Minced Reserve 1 Tablespoon of the Oil
- 6 Teaspoons Garlic Paste
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Basil - Crumbled
- Crackers, Crostini, or Slices of Baguette
Instructions
- Using a bread knife, cut the top rind off the Brie.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced parsley, parmesan, minced sundried tomatoes, garlic paste, and crumbled basil, then add the reserved oil.
- Stir until the ingredients are combined.
- Place the Brie on the serving platter.
- Spread the mixture evenly over the Brie and let it stand for 1 hour before serving.
- Serve the Brie with the crackers, crostini, or slices of baguette.
Notes
Warm Baked Brie Appetizer Option
If you prefer a warm, melty version, you can bake the brie at 350°F for about 10 minutes until softened. For easy removal, place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, wax paper, or aluminum foil before heating.- Prepare the brie and topping as per the recipe, but don’t add the parsley
- When ready to serve, warm it in the oven as noted above
- Sprinkle the parsley on the warm brie just before serving
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