Easy Baked Camembert in Puff Pastry
Golden, flaky puff pastry wrapped around gooey baked Camembert, drizzled with honey and fresh herbs.
Servings: 8
Calories: 362kcal
Ingredients
- 2 sheets pre-rolled puff pastry
- runny honey as needed
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped very finely
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- sea salt flakes to sprinkle
- 1 wheel mature Camembert cheese
- 1 small egg lightly beaten for egg wash
- 1 tbsp olive oil to drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Unroll one pre-rolled sheet of puff pastry, leaving it on the paper it came wrapped in. Drizzle liberally with honey and sprinkle with chopped rosemary and thyme. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes.2 sheets pre-rolled puff pastry, runny honey, 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, sea salt flakes, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Roll the pastry back into a log. Slice it lengthwise to expose the honeyed-herby layers. Repeat with a second roll of puff pastry and set aside.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Position the cheese lid (or similar size plate) in the middle. Twist the puff pastry pieces around the box, not too tightly as they will expand as they bake.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with chopped herbs and salt.1 small egg
- Take the box lid out and position the cheese its place. Score the top of the cheese and drizzle with a little honey and olive oil.1 wheel mature Camembert cheese, 1 tbsp olive oil
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the puff pastry is golden and cheese bubbling. If the pastry is coloring too much, cover with some foil and reduce the temperature to 350°F (180°C) after 15 minutes.
- Leave the baked camembert on the tray for 5 minutes (it will be too hot to eat, you have been warned). Drizzle with a little more honey if you like.
- Carefully transfer onto a platter, using the parchment paper. Serve immediately, tearing the puff pastry and dipping into the melty cheese.
Notes
Leftovers and Storage: Any leftovers (if that’s even possible) can be wrapped in foil and refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) air fryer or oven for 8-10 minutes or until warmed through – the pastry will crisp back up beautifully. Avoid microwaving as it willl it make the pastry soggy.
Recipe Variations
- Brie version: Swap the Camembert for Brie — same baking time, slightly milder flavor.
- Sweet & nutty: Add chopped walnuts or pecans before wrapping.
- Savory spin: Spread a spoonful of caramelized onions, cranberry sauce or fig jam under the cheese before baking.
- Mini bites: Cut the pastry into squares and make mini parcels for individual portions — perfect for parties!
Nutrition
Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 162mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg
