Ingredients
Cheese
- 1 wheel (8 oz) Brie cheese
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons hot honey, plus more for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons roughly chopped pistachios
- Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Serving
- Crackers or toasted baguette slices, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small ovenproof dish or baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Brie: Place the wheel of Brie in the prepared dish. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a shallow criss-cross pattern into the top rind of the cheese. This allows the hot honey to soak in and helps the Brie melt more evenly.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of hot honey over the scored Brie, then scatter the roughly chopped pistachios evenly on top to add crunch and flavor.
- Bake the Brie: Place the Brie in the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and melted in the center but still holding its shape around the edges.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the Brie from the oven and drizzle with a little extra hot honey. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the top for a fragrant garnish. Serve immediately with crackers or toasted baguette slices for dipping and enjoying the warm, melty goodness.
Notes
- To make homemade hot honey, warm ½ cup runny honey over low heat and stir in 1–2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce. Heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant but not boiling. Let cool and strain if desired. Store in a sealed jar at room temperature for several weeks.
- This hot honey can be used on fried chicken, roasted vegetables, or drizzled on other cheeses for a spicy-sweet kick.
- Use unpeeled pistachios for extra texture and flavor.
- For a milder version, reduce the amount of hot honey used or select a less spicy chili infusion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
