Indulge in the delightful flavors of Alouette Extra Creamy Brie, a cheese renowned for its velvety texture and rich, creamy taste. Partnered with dried fruit and almonds, this brie becomes a culinary masterpiece, offering a harmonious balance of sweetness, nuttiness, and the brie's characteristic tang. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply seeking an exquisite treat, this recipe will gratify your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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FRUIT 'N' ALMOND-STUFFED BRIE
Our friends enjoy this special appetizer as part of all our Christmas celebrations. An apricot filling and a raspberry topping make it more special than the usual Brie cheese spread.-Douglas Wasdyke, Effort, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan with high sides, combine the almonds, apricots and brandy. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until liquid is almost evaporated. Remove from the heat; set aside., On a lightly floured surface, roll puff pastry into an 11x9-in. rectangle. Cut cheese in half horizontally; place bottom half in the center of pastry. Spread with half of the almond mixture. Top with remaining cheese and almond mixture., Fold pastry around cheese; trim excess dough. Pinch edges to seal. Place seam side down on ungreased baking sheet. Brush with egg. , Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown., In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth; add raspberries. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until slightly thickened. Strain and discard seeds. Transfer sauce to a small pitcher or bowl; serve with stuffed Brie and crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
BRIE WITH ALMONDS
This nut-topped cheese is elegant and impressive for holiday occasions. No one will guess that the recipe is actually a snap to prepare. -Mildred Aydt, Chanhassen, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place Brie in an small ungreased cast-iron skillet or shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Combine the butter, almonds and, if desired, brandy; pour over Brie. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° until cheese is softened, 10-12 minutes. Serve with crackers or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.
EXTRA CREAMY BRIE WITH DRIED FRUIT AND ALMONDS
Steps:
- Leave Brie out for about an hour prior to prepping Slice the Brie in ¼ in. slices Places slices on top of crackers or baguette Layer dried fruit and almonds on cheese to taste
ALOUETTE CRANBERRY BRIE
Nothing says holiday like cranberries! This recipe is just perfect, elegant and easy for the holiday season. Did we mention it's delicious!
Provided by Corrinne J
Categories Spreads
Time 15m
Yield 1 wheel of brie, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450º F.
- Remove top rind of Alouette Baby Brie leaving a 3" rim around the circumference of the cheese.
- In a small bowl combine Cran-Fruit, brown sugar, extract and nutmeg.
- Top Alouette Baby Brie with cranberry mixture and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped pecans.
- Place in an ovenproof dish and bake in a 450º F oven for 4-5 minutes.
- Serve warm with assorted crackers or apple slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.6, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 1.8, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.6, Protein 0.4
EASY BAKED BRIE WITH ALMONDS AND BROWN SUGAR
This baked Brie is my go-to recipe when I have to make something elegant, tasteful, and extremely easy when entertaining guests.
Provided by Fioa
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese Baked Brie Recipes
Time 23m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Coarsely chop 1/4 cup almonds. Combine chopped almonds, brown sugar, and mustard in a bowl; mix well.
- Cut Brie round horizontally in half. Place 1 half cut-side up in the center of a round baking stone. Spread half of the sugar mixture evenly over Brie. Top with the remaining half, cut-side up, and spread remaining sugar mixture on top. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup sliced almonds.
- Cut baguette diagonally in slices. Arrange slices around Brie and spray with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven until baguette slices are golden brown and Brie begins to soften, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 673.8 mg, Sugar 20 g
BRIE WITH DRIED FRUIT
Pantry ingredients elevate a wheel of Brie into a company-ready appetizer, smothered in a rich orange-flavored caramel sauce, dried fruit and pecans.
Provided by By Bree Hester
Categories Appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with foil. Place cheese on cookie sheet.
- Bake 10 minutes or until cheese begins to soften.
- Meanwhile, in 8-inch sauté pan or skillet, heat syrup, brown sugar and liqueur to boiling. Cook until mixture becomes thick and syrupy.
- Place warm Brie on serving plate. Top with dried fruit and pecans. Pour syrup over top. Serve with baguette slices.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
BRIE WITH ALMONDS
An ooey-gooey starter with just the right amount of warmth and spirit.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 8m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set oven control to broil. Place cheese in ovenproof pie plate or pan. Broil cheese with top 3 to 4 inches from heat about 2 minutes 30 seconds or until soft and warm.
- Melt butter; stir in almonds and brandy. Pour over cheese. Garnish with parsley. Serve with crackers. Microwave Directions: Place cheese in microwavable plate or dish. Microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 2 to 3 minutes or just until soft and warm. Place butter in 1-cup microwavable measuring cup. Microwave butter uncovered on High about 1 minute or until melted; stir in almonds and brandy. Pour over cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg
ALOUETTE EXTRA CREAMY BRIE WITH DRIED FRUIT AND ALMONDS
Our new all-natural Extra Creamy Brie is a unique triple crème brie perfect for everyday snacking and just perfect with dried fruit and almonds.
Provided by Corrinne J
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 appetizers, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Leave Brie out for about an hour prior to prepping.
- Slice the Brie in ¼ inches slices.
- Places slices on top of crackers or baguette.
- Layer dried fruit and almonds on cheese to taste.
Tips:
- For the best results, use a ripe brie cheese; it should be soft and slightly runny.
- To make slicing the brie easier, chill it in the freezer for about 30 minutes before slicing.
- If you don't have dried fruit on hand, you can substitute fresh fruit, such as grapes or berries.
- You can also add other nuts to the recipe, such as walnuts or pistachios.
- Serve the brie immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Alouette Extra Creamy Brie with Dried Fruit and Almonds is a delectable appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of creamy brie, sweet dried fruit, and crunchy almonds is sure to please everyone. This recipe is also very easy to make, so it is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with crackers or bread and enjoy!
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