Melty Apple & Brie Puff Pastry Parcel
This is a simple sweet and savoury bake that looks really impressive. Think sweet baked apples, creamy melted Brie, flaky pastry and a drizzle of honey. Perfect as a cosy starter or as a delicious nibble alongside a cheeseboard.
Substitutions
- No brie? Camembert works too.
- No apple? Try with pears.
- Don't have thyme? Swap for rosemary.
Tip: once the parcel is sealed, chill in the fridge for 30 mins before baking to ensure no cheese leaks out and for maximum puff.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1 apple (or two small)
½ pre-rolled sheet of puff pastry
200 g brie cheese
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp fresh thyme
1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
black pepper
Recipe:
Start by thinly slicing the apple. Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas mark 6. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Unroll the puff pastry and place it on the tray.
Pop the brie in the centre of the pastry, leaving a border around the edges. Top with sliced apple, drizzle with honey, and sprinkle with thyme and black pepper.
Fold the pastry edges over the filling, creating a rustic parcel. Pinch the edges together to seal, then brush the pastry with beaten egg.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is deeply golden and crisp, and the brie is melted and gooey.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Finish with an extra drizzle of honey, fresh thyme and a sprinkle of sea salt. Serve warm on its own, with a crisp salad or alongside crackers and chutney. Enjoy!
How to store
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 180°C for 6-8 minutes, until the pastry is crisp and the brie is warmed through. Try to not reheat in the microwave as it can turn the pastry soggy.
