Air fryer brie is an easy and quick holiday appetizer you can make in just 20 minutes! Creamy brie cheese paired with crispy puff pastry, sweet honey and dates make a perfect gooey addition to your holiday appetizer table or cheeseboard.
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Air fryer brie is one of my favorite appetizers to make during the holidays. This recipe literally could not be any easier!
Also known as brie en croute, although this recipe sounds fancy, it's actually quite simple. You can serve with crackers, with toast or eat on their own as wedges - kind of tastes like a grilled cheese!
If you like this recipe you are going to love these brie and cranberry bites in puff pastry, goat cheese stuffed dates or prosciutto wrapped asparagus which are another one of my favorite easy appetizers for the holidays.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- You can easily find a brie or camembert wheel at your favorite grocer in the speciality cheese section. I usually find my cheese at Aldi or Trader Joe's - especially when I'm making a charcuterie board.
- 20 minute appetizer that is super easy and quick to make for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter or any holiday.
- Great way to use up puff pastry you might have in the back of your freezer - or try this puff pastry quiche!
- Makes a great addition to a cheese board - like this Aldi charcuterie board. Or pair with some goat cheese crostini.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements and the notes below for substitution ideas.
- Puff pastry: this can be found in the frozen foods section. You will need to defrost it prior to making this air fryer brie. Crescent rolls are another option for the crust.
- Dates: Look for pitted dates. I've found that the softer ones work well for this recipe. Fig jam is another great option for a topping.
How to Make This Recipe
This is a step-by-step walkthrough of how to cook this recipe. The recipe card at the bottom shows the exact cook time and temperatures.
- Unwrap outer packaging from brie wheel and place onto defrosted puff pastry sheet.
- Carefully wrap pastry around brie. If you choose you can cut off excess dough on the bottom.
- Place brie into basket and brush with egg wash.
- Fry at 350F for 10 minutes, flip and fry for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the pastry is browned on both sides.
Expert Tips
- Savory version: top with pesto instead of dates and honey.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Make ahead: This air fryer brie is super easy to make ahead - up to 2 days. Cover with plastic wrap until ready to bake.
- Freezer: This recipe freezes well and can be fried again. Allow to defrost in the refrigerator prior to air frying.
Recipe FAQs
It is my favorite way to warm brie! You can also make it in the oven, however I love the crisp that air frying provides.
You do not need to cut the rind off prior to frying the brie. It is edible and helps the cheese to hold together.
This recipe takes 15 minutes total to cook.
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Air Fryer Brie with Puff Pastry, Honey and Dates
Equipment
Ingredients
- 7 oz brie cheese wheel
- 1 sheet puff pastry about 8.5 ounces
- 1 medium egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ⅓ cup dates pitted and diced
Instructions
- Unwrap outer packaging from brie wheel and place onto defrosted puff pastry sheet.
- Carefully wrap puff pastry around brie. If you choose you can cut off excess puff pastry on the bottom.
- Place brie into basket and brush with egg wash.
- Fry at 350F for 10 minutes, flip and fry for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the puff pastry is browned on both sides.
Notes
- Savory version: top with pesto instead of dates and honey.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Make ahead: This air fryer brie is super easy to make ahead - up to 2 days. Cover with plastic wrap until ready to bake.
- Freezer: This recipe freezes well and can be fried again. Allow to defrost in the refrigerator prior to air frying.
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