Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl with Caramelized Onions (Print Version)
Hot Honey Baked Brie in a bread bowl with sweet caramelized onions offers a delightful appetizer. Melty cheese, spicy-sweet honey, and savory onions.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ The Rustic Foundation
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1 large (1 1/2 lb) round sourdough bread loaf
→ The Creamy Core & Sweet Savory Swirl
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2 (8 oz) wheels Brie cheese
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2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
→ The Fiery Golden Glaze
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1/2 cup honey
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1 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot or sriracha)
→ Finishing Touches & Texture
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1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
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1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and soft. Stir in 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 more minutes.
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Carefully cut a large circle from the top of the 1 large (1 1/2 lb) round sourdough bread loaf, leaving a 1-inch border. Hollow out the inside, leaving a 1-inch thick shell. Reserve the removed bread for dipping.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup honey and 1 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot or sriracha). This fiery golden glaze is key for your Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl with Caramelized Onions.
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Place the hollowed sourdough bread loaf on a baking sheet. Score the top rind of the 2 (8 oz) wheels Brie cheese. Place one wheel inside the bread bowl. Spoon half of the caramelized onions over the Brie. Drizzle with half of the hot honey mixture. This assembly is crucial for the perfect Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl with Caramelized Onions.
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Place the second Brie wheel on top of the onions. Spoon the remaining caramelized onions over the Brie. Drizzle with the remaining hot honey mixture. Arrange the reserved bread pieces around the bowl on the baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
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Bake the Hot Honey Baked Brie Bread Bowl with Caramelized Onions until the Brie is melted and bubbly, and the bread is golden. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves. Serve immediately with the toasted bread pieces.
# Notes:
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For truly rich caramelized onions, cook them slowly over low heat. Rushing this step can lead to burnt or undercooked onions, missing that deep, sweet flavor.
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Feel free to experiment with other soft cheeses like camembert or even a creamy goat cheese. Walnuts can be substituted for pecans, or omit nuts entirely if preferred.
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This dish is best served warm, straight from the oven. Offer extra crusty bread, crackers, or apple slices for dipping alongside the toasted sourdough pieces.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave, though the bread may lose some crispness.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Baking sheet
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Parchment paper
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Sharp knife
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Cutting board
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Small saucepan
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Small skillet
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Spatula
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Measuring cups and spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 519 kcal
Total Fat: 26 g
Total Carbohydrate: 53 g
Protein: 19 g