Description
Baked Camembert with Honey and Toasted Walnuts is a luxurious appetizer that combines the velvety richness of melted Camembert cheese with the sweetness of honey and the satisfying crunch of walnuts. This dish is perfect for entertaining, bringing elegance to any gathering. Serve it warm alongside crusty bread or crackers and watch your guests savor every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round wheel of Camembert cheese (about 8 oz)
- 3 tbsp high-quality honey
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the whole wheel of Camembert in a small baking dish and lightly score the top.
- Drizzle honey generously over the cheese.
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Bake the cheese for 15 minutes or until bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with toasted walnuts, and garnish with rosemary if desired. Serve immediately with crusty bread or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 baked Camembert (about 70g)
- Calories: 207
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 246mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix in dried cranberries with the walnuts. - Substitute maple syrup for honey if you prefer a different sweetness. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheated gently.