Baked Camembert Cheese Delight (Printable)

Creamy baked Camembert with herbs and garlic, perfect warm appetizer for sharing with bread.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheese

01 - 1 whole Camembert cheese (8.8 oz), in its wooden box

→ Aromatics & Flavorings

02 - 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tsp fresh rosemary leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ To Serve

06 - 1 small baguette or selection of crusty bread, sliced
07 - Optional: apple slices, walnuts, or honey

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C).
02 - Remove any plastic or paper wrapping from the Camembert and place it back into its wooden box or a small baking dish. Score the top surface in a crosshatch pattern using a sharp knife.
03 - Insert thin garlic slices and rosemary leaves into the scored cuts. Drizzle olive oil evenly over the top and season with freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Place the Camembert in its box or dish on a baking tray and bake for 15 minutes, until the cheese inside is melted and creamy.
05 - Allow the cheese to rest for 2 minutes after baking. Serve warm immediately accompanied by sliced baguette and optional additions such as apple slices, walnuts, or honey.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It takes less than 20 minutes from start to finish, which means you can pull it together even when guests arrive early.
  • The molten cheese feels indulgent and special, but the ingredient list is short and forgiving.
  • Everyone gathers around the dish, tearing bread and chatting, which makes it feel more like an experience than just an appetizer.
02 -
  • Don't skip scoring the cheese, the cuts let the garlic and rosemary melt into the center instead of just sitting on top.
  • If your Camembert didn't come in a wooden box, use a small oven-safe dish and make sure it fits snugly so the cheese doesn't spread too thin.
  • Serve this right away because once it cools, the texture firms up and loses that irresistible molten quality.
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife to score the cheese cleanly without tearing the rind, which helps it hold its shape while baking.
  • Place the wooden box on a baking tray to catch any drips and make cleanup easier.
  • If you want extra richness, add a splash of white wine into the cuts before baking for a subtle boozy depth.

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