Spooky Halloween Baked Brie

This Spooky Halloween Baked Brie is the ultimate party appetizer—it’s festive, incredibly delicious, and deceptively easy to make. A wheel of creamy brie is topped with sweet jam, then wrapped in strips of puff pastry to look like an adorable, spooky mummy. Baked until golden brown and gooey, it’s a show-stopping centerpiece for any Halloween gathering.

Using store-bought puff pastry makes this recipe a brilliant shortcut, delivering an impressive, crowd-pleasing snack with minimal effort. When your guests cut into the warm, flaky crust and reveal the molten, cheesy center, it’s a guaranteed hit. Get ready to win Halloween with this one!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Festive & Fun: The cute mummy design is a perfect, show-stopping addition to a Halloween party spread.
• Incredibly Easy: Uses store-bought puff pastry for a simple, no-fuss preparation.
• Deliciously Gooey: The perfect combination of flaky pastry, sweet jam, and melted, creamy brie cheese.
• Crowd-Pleasing: A savory and sweet appetizer that both kids and adults will love.

Ingredients

• 1 (8 oz) Wheel of Brie or Camembert cheese
• 1 sheet Frozen Puff Pastry, thawed
• 1/4 cup Raspberry, Strawberry, or Fig Jam
• 1 large Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 Candy Eyeballs
• For Serving: Crackers, sliced baguette, apple slices

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Pastry: Gently unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to cut the pastry into 1-inch thick strips.
3. Assemble the Brie: Place the wheel of brie in the center of the baking sheet. Spread the jam evenly over the top.
4. Create the Mummy: Take the pastry strips and begin wrapping them around the jam-topped brie one by one, overlapping them to look like mummy bandages. Leave a small gap near the top where the eyes will go. Trim any excess pastry.
5. Egg Wash: Brush the beaten egg wash over all the exposed pastry. This will give it a beautiful golden-brown color as it bakes.
6. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
7. Add Eyes and Serve: Let the brie cool for about 5 minutes—this helps it set slightly so it’s not completely liquid. Gently press the two candy eyeballs into the gap you left. Serve immediately with crackers and apple slices for dipping.

Tips & Variations

• Pro Tip: Keep your puff pastry cold until you are ready to use it. Cold pastry is much easier to work with and will result in a flakier texture.
• Spiderweb Design: For a different spooky look, wrap the brie fully in a square of puff pastry. Before baking, use extra pastry strips to create a spiderweb on top, or simply score a web design with a knife. After baking, you can drizzle it with a balsamic glaze spiderweb.
• Savory Version: Swap the sweet jam for savory fillings like caramelized onions, pesto, or a mix of garlic, herbs, and chopped nuts.
• Sweet Toppings: Add a sprinkle of brown sugar and chopped pecans over the jam before wrapping for a praline-like flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Do I remove the rind from the brie?
  • No, the rind is completely edible and essential for helping the cheese hold its shape while it bakes. Without it, the cheese would melt into a puddle.
• Can I assemble this ahead of time?
  • Yes. You can assemble the mummy-wrapped brie (before the egg wash) up to a day in advance. Keep it tightly covered in the refrigerator. When you’re ready, brush it with the egg wash and bake as directed.
• What should I do if my puff pastry gets too warm?
  • If the pastry becomes sticky or difficult to handle, place it back in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to chill before continuing.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve this baked brie hot from the oven on a platter surrounded by your favorite dippers. Sturdy crackers, toasted baguette slices, crisp apple or pear slices, and even pretzels all work wonderfully.

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Halloween Bloody Baked Brie

This spooky Bloody Baked Brie is the ultimate Halloween appetizer! A wheel of brie is baked until gooey, then topped with ‘bloody’ red pepper jam for a festive and deliciously gory effect. Serve it with warm baguette slices for a creepy but tasty treat.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 6 people

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 Brie cheese wheel
• 3 tablespoons red pepper jam
• 2-3 tablespoons hot water
• Flaky salt, optional
• 1 Baguette, warmed and sliced

Equipment

• Syringe
• Mini cleaver (for garnish)
• Parchment-lined baking sheet
• Serving dish

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the brie on the parchment-lined sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes, until softened but not fully melted.
3. Meanwhile, mix red pepper jam with hot water, starting with 2 tbsp and adding more if needed, until a ‘bloody’ consistency is reached. Fill a syringe with the jam mixture.
4. Carefully transfer baked brie to a serving dish. Spoon jam over the top, letting it drip down the sides. Sprinkle with flaky salt if using.
5. Serve warm with baguette slices or crackers. Place syringe or mini cleaver into the brie for spooky presentation.

Notes

Adjust the jam ‘blood’ thickness with hot water to create dramatic drips. For extra spooky presentation, garnish with a mini cleaver or syringe on top. Serve immediately while the brie is warm and gooey.