Garlic Bread Wreath with Baked Brie
This Garlic Bread Wreath with Baked Brie is the perfect appetizer for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. Soft, garlicky bread surrounds a warm, gooey brie cheese, creating a show-stopping dish that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round loaf of bread (sourdough or Italian), about 12 inches in diameter
- 8 ounces brie cheese, in a round
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Honey or fig jam for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a serrated knife, carefully cut a circle in the center of the bread, about 6 inches in diameter, creating a wreath shape. Remove the bread from the center.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top and sides of the bread wreath.
- Place the brie round in the center of the wreath.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the brie is soft and melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Optional: Drizzle honey or fig jam over the brie before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with extra bread pieces or crackers for dipping. For a sweeter flavor, add a drizzle of honey or fig jam over the baked brie before serving.