Baked Camembert with Walnuts and Honey

This Baked Camembert with walnuts and honey makes a tasty spread that can be used as an appetizer or a snack.

If you love cheese and nuts, you will love this Baked Camembert with nuts, honey and rosemary appetizer. It’s full of creamy cheese paired with the flavor of nuts and herbs.

Serve with some really good quality bread or crackers for dipping, along with a cocktail like these Cranberry Vodka Spritzers!

Baked Camembert with Walnuts, Honey and Rosemary Ingredients

This appetizer is so easy to make, with only 4 ingredients needed! A 5 minute prep time, followed by 15 minutes bake time means this is a quick and easy appy that goes perfectly at cocktail hour.

Here’s all you need: 

• camembert cheese
• honey
• rosemary
• walnuts

Start by preheating the oven to 350ºF.  Unwrap the box of camembert and then remove any plastic packaging around the cheese.

Then, return the camembert back to the box.

Use a sharp knife to gently score around the edge of the camembert, cutting away the rind.

Lift off the ‘lid’ and discard. Now, it’s time to add our fillings.

Layer the walnuts in the Camembert. Then add your rosemary (or whatever herb you like).

Then, drizzle with honey all over the rosemary and walnuts. I use about 2 tablespoons worth, but freely use more if you like.

Some recipes call for olive oil, but we prefer using just lots of honey for this tasty dish!

Carefully wrap the cheese tightly in tin foil and then bake in the oven for 15 minutes.

Serving Baked Camembert with Walnuts and Honey Appetizer

Remove the cheese from the tin foil and place on a serving platter. Arrange crackers around and serve.

Or, serve on a small pedestal to show off the pretty cheese box. On a separate platter, arrange small pieces of a heavy bread and add a small knife for spreading.

This creamy cheese dip is the perfect pairing for yummy Butterscotch Schnapps cocktails or some fruity Peach Shooters.

Camembert FAQ’s: 

 

What is the correct way to eat Camembert cheese?

Camembert can be eaten warm or cold, on crackers. Or you can add any type of jam (fig jam would be delicious). Apricot preserves would be tasty too and be pretty on the serving platter.

What is the best cracker to go with Camembert cheese?

Whole grain crackers are the perfect choice, such as these flatbreads, or use some quality Carr crackers like these.

How to bake Camembert without the box?

Sometimes, Camembert does not come with a box. In that case, just wrap the cheese in parchment paper and then in tin foil to bake it.

What if I can’t buy Camembert cheese?

If you cannot get Camembert cheese in your area, you can easily substitute Brie instead. You can find Brie at any of the larger grocery stores.

What is the taste difference between Camembert and Brie?

Where Camembert has a more earthy taste, Brie cheese tastes more refined and has a smoother texture.

Do I need unpasteurized Camembert for this recipe?

You do not need to buy the more expensive unpasteurized camembert. You can bake any camembert, even the pasteurized one and it will not curdle. 

This Baked Camembert with Walnuts, Honey and Rosemary will be a hit at your next party!

Yield: 4 servings

Baked Camembert with Walnuts, Honey and Rosemary

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This Baked Camembert with Walnuts, Honey and Rosemary appetizer takes only 20 minutes.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 wheel Camembert cheese
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 4 or 5 sprigs fresh Rosemary
• 1/4 cup walnuts, whole or chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Remove cheese from box, then remove all plastic packaging.
3. Return cheese to the box.
4. Use a sharp knife to gently score around the rim of the cheese cutting away the rind.
5. Lift out the "lid" and discard.
6. Layer the walnuts and rosemary inside the cheese.
7. Drizzle well with honey.
8. Wrap the cheese in tin foil tightly.
9. Bake for 15 minutes.
10. Serve with quality crackers or pieces of bread.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 97Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 60mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 9gProtein: 2g