20 Melty, Creamy Baked Brie Recipes That Are Sure To Wow a Crowd

Baked brie is a totally versatile appetizer that can be served any time of year. It's special enough for holidays but easy enough to take to a neighborhood potluck, too. We love that the creamy, melty cheese can be layered with a variety of toppings — from sweet, fruity jams to savory pesto. Once wrapped in puff pastry or pie dough and baked, the golden brown, crispy crust acts as the perfect complement to the soft cheese. Since most of the ingredients are store bought (the cheese and pie dough) there's minimal prep time and very little effort required.

Baked brie is ooey and gooey, so adding slivered almonds is a great way to introduce some crunchy texture. We love serving this recipe with sliced tart apples — the crunchy texture and bright flavor makes the perfect complement for the decadent cheese.

Baked brie is a really decadent appetizer, so adding bold, zesty flavors is a great way to offset the richness of the cheese. In this recipe cranberry chutney acts as a bold, vibrant flavor base to cut through all the decadent brie. A sprinkle of savory everything bagel seasoning acts as a zesty complement.

This easy melted cheese dip is a total crowdpleaser, and it takes just 20 minutes to prepare! While we use cranberries and apricots in our recipe, you could absolutely switch up the dried fruit options — cherries, figs or dates would work just as well! A bit of red wine vinegar helps balance out the decadence of the cheese with just a touch of bright acidity.

If you’re looking for an adorably elegant appetizer for your next holiday party or social gathering, try these little brie bites. Just 15 minutes are all you need to get them ready, and before you know it you’ll have sweet, savory and creamy bites for a crowd. Toasted walnuts are the best way to add a little crunch.

If you thought brie could only be baked in puffed pastry, think again. This version skips the pastry altogether, opting for a traditional breading procedure that evokes images of a giant mozzarella stick. It’s crispy, crunchy, and totally gooey inside — all the things you want from perfect baked brie.

In this decadent recipe a homemade fig jam tops off a beautiful wheel of brie cheese, making for a dish that’s sweet, savory, creamy and crunchy. We love adding orange zest to this recipe because it’s a great way to add bright, citrus flavor without making it taste too acidic. Store bought pie dough is the secret to keeping it all together.

Combining spinach and artichoke dip with baked brie is a match made in holiday appetizer heaven. The crispy puff pastry covers a layer of creamy spinach and melty brie, making for a fun, festive and flavorful mashup. Whether you serve at a holiday party or your next gameday cookout, this indulgent snack can be enjoyed any time of year.

This caramelized onion baked brie has all the same irresistible flavors as a steaming bowl of French onion soup. Onions cooked in butter with rosemary and toasty pine nuts are the flavor additions you didn’t know you were missing from traditional baked brie, and they get even more caramelized when baked in a skillet. Serve with fresh herbs like parsley and oregano.

This baked brie might look like a total stunner, but it’s actually incredibly easy to make. A quick, homemade apricot and walnut compote gets nestled in the pastry to complement the warm cheese. Once covered with the puffed pastry and baked until beautifully golden brown, it makes an elegant but easy starter for any gathering.

If you’re looking for an epic appetizer that’s perfect for a tailgate or holiday party, this cheesy bread bowl is a fantastic option. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy dish to bring to a potluck party, too. All the ingredients are easily store bought, so there’s minimal prep required — just assemble, bake and serve.

If you love savory appetizers, this baked brie is a great option. Salty, creamy brie is nestled into a bread bowl and loaded with slow-cooked, caramelized onions. The golden onions get mixed with smoky bacon, just a touch of vinegar and brown sugar to balance it all the flavors.

This classic baked brie is one of the easiest appetizers you can make. Just five minutes to prep and seven minutes in the oven, it’s ready in just 12 minutes total. Serving up to eight people, it’s a fantastic snack to make when you have guests pop in unexpectedly.

This decadent dish is sure to impress all of your guests. Earthy mushrooms mingle with rich red wine and fragrant herbs like rosemary and thyme. Next, they get piled atop a wheel of brie and wrapped in puffed pastry, then baked until golden brown and crispy.

Baked brie is really creamy and melty, so serving it with something crunchy is a great way to balance out the textures. Our favorite? Pepita granola! The lime zest and cayenne in this granola topping helps balance out the sweetness of the pepper jelly, giving it a spicy, zesty flavor that perfectly complements the rich brie.

Cranberries make a great addition to baked brie because the tart, fruity flavor perfectly offsets the creamy decadence of the melted cheese. A bit of honey adds sweetness, while pecans offer a gentle crunch. Serve with crackers, crostini or fresh bread.

Baked brie and honey are a match made in heaven, but this recipe takes the fan-favorite flavor combination and takes it one step further. Lavender’s floral, sweet and herbaceous flavor profile pairs with the grassy notes of the brie. Serve with crunchy crostinis or pile on top of a fresh baguette.

Many baked brie recipes incorporate sweet fruit flavors or jam, but this one takes a totally different route. The pesto, sundried tomatoes and artichokes give it a savory, bright and earthy flavor that makes this dish perfect for someone who prefers things savory. We love using the air fryer in this recipe because the circulating hot air helps the pastry puff up and get golden brown all over.

In this recipe, a dried fruit and nut mixture piled on the brie includes warm spices like allspice and pepper, while a bit of vinegar prevents it from getting overly sweet. We wrap the cheese and fruit mixture in store bought pie dough to keep it all wrapped together. Once baked, the pillowy treat is golden brown and flaky.

In this irresitible recipe, fennel and apple are cooked down to create the perfect topping for the brie. The cheese gets wrapped in buttery, flaky puff pastry, then baked to golden brown perfection. Feel free to assemble the brie in advance and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake it.