Baked Camembert with Cranberry (Printable)

Warm, molten Camembert paired with tangy cranberry jam and optional rosemary and nuts for a festive appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 1 whole Camembert cheese wheel (8.8 oz)

→ Toppings

02 - 3 tablespoons cranberry jam
03 - 1 sprig fresh rosemary (optional)
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped toasted walnuts or pecans (optional)
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ To Serve

06 - 1 baguette, sliced, or assorted crackers

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Unwrap the Camembert and place it back in its wooden box or a small ovenproof dish.
02 - Using a sharp knife, score the top surface of the cheese in a crisscross pattern.
03 - Spoon the cranberry jam evenly over the top of the cheese. Optionally, scatter rosemary leaves and chopped nuts over the jam. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
04 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is soft and molten in the center.
05 - Remove carefully and serve immediately with sliced baguette or crackers for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks impressive but requires almost no effort, just a few minutes of prep and the oven does the rest.
  • The contrast between creamy melted cheese and tart cranberry jam is addictive, especially with crunchy bread.
  • You can assemble it ahead and bake it right before guests arrive, making hosting feel effortless.
02 -
  • Don't skip scoring the top, it prevents the cheese from puffing up unevenly and helps the jam melt into every bite.
  • Keep a close eye during the last few minutes of baking, overcooked Camembert can turn rubbery instead of luxuriously creamy.
  • Let it cool for just a minute or two before serving, it will be molten hot straight from the oven and you want it gooey, not scalding.
03 -
  • Always buy Camembert in the wooden box, it makes baking seamless and adds rustic charm to your presentation.
  • Toast your nuts just until fragrant, they'll continue to darken slightly in the oven and burnt nuts can turn bitter.
  • Serve with a small spoon so guests can scoop out every last bit of cheesy goodness from the dish.

Go Back