KETO BAKED BRIE WITH ROASTED NUTS AND BERRIES
A luxurious 25-minute appetizer that’s gorgeously gooey and keto-friendly.
KEY INFO
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Servings: 6-8
- Calories: 165 per serving
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 2g net
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary: Keto, Gluten-free, Low-carb
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Oven-safe dish or 8-inch cast iron skillet
- Baking sheet with parchment paper
- Serrated knife
- Small mixing bowl
- (Alternative: Any shallow oven-proof dish will work)
INGREDIENTS
Main Components:
- 1 (8 oz/225g) wheel of brie, chilled
- 1/4 cup (30g) mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup (30g) mixed nuts (walnuts, pecans)
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt (optional)
METHOD
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Score the top of the cold brie in a crosshatch pattern (don’t cut too deep!).
- Place brie in your oven-safe dish.
- Toast nuts for 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Arrange berries and toasted nuts on top of brie.
- Sprinkle with chopped rosemary.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is soft when gently pressed.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
CRUCIAL TIPS
- Keep brie chilled until ready to bake.
- Don’t remove the rind – it holds everything together.
- Watch carefully after 12 minutes to avoid over-melting.
- Cheese should be soft but not completely liquid.
STORAGE & VARIATIONS
Storage:
- Best served immediately.
- Can be refrigerated up to 2 days.
- Reheat at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Common Mistakes:
- Overbaking (makes cheese too runny).
- Cutting too deep when scoring.
- Not letting it rest before serving.
Variations:
- Swap berries for sugar-free fig jam.
- Try different nuts (pistachios, almonds).
- Add a drizzle of keto-friendly balsamic glaze.
- Garnish with fresh thyme instead of rosemary.
This crowd-pleasing appetizer hits all the right notes while keeping carbs in check. Perfect for holiday gatherings or when you want to impress without stress!
