This gluten-free baked brie recipe is my favorite party appetizer. I only need four simple ingredients and 5 minutes of prep to make this impressive starter for any occasion! My family and friends love it when I serve this warm, gooey, gluten-free baked brie with crackers or fruit on the side. It looks way more fancy than it actually is, and no one has to know how easy it was to make!

Gluten-Free Baked Brie Recipe

I love hosting parties and get-togethers over the festive season. And this homemade gluten-free baked brie is always on the menu. Also known as gluten-free baked brie en croûte, it’s easy to make, tastes amazing, and is perfect for sharing with friends and family. I spread sweet fig jam on top of the brie before wrapping it in a layer of gluten-free puff pastry and baking until golden brown. It’s warm, melty, and just the right amount of sweet—the perfect appetizer to start any meal.

Just like our gluten-free buffalo chicken dip or our gluten-free crab cakes, this recipe will quickly become a party favorite thanks to its delicious flavor and texture. You can see how easy it is to make in my detailed recipe step photos below!

Ingredients

• Gluten-Free Puff Pastry: Make sure to thaw the sheets completely before using or they’ll be prone to cracking.
• Brie: A soft cow’s milk cheese from France with a buttery flavor and creamy texture. Great for eating by itself or for baking.
• Fig Jam: Adds sweetness and a burst of fruit flavor.
• Egg: Gives the pastry a beautiful golden-brown color.

Tips and Suggestions

• Cut the rind off the Brie cheese wheel before wrapping it in the puff pastry if you’re not a fan of the rind.
• Customize the flavor and use your favorite spreads! Cranberry jam or apple jelly would be great for the holiday season. Berry or stone fruit jams would be delicious in the summer months.
• If the gluten-free puff pastry starts to crack, you can simply patch it up by wetting it with some water and pressing the dough together.
• Make sure that you pinch the pastry sheet well to seal it so none of the cheese or jam leaks out as it bakes.

Can You Eat the Rind on Brie?

Yes! Brie rind is edible, which is why it’s left on in this recipe. However, if you don’t like the texture, remove it before baking.

Why Is My Gluten-Free Baked Brie Rubbery?

Brie becomes rubbery and starts to harden if it is overbaked. Pay attention to the cooking time on this recipe and there shouldn’t be any issues! Once the pastry has turned golden brown and puffed up, it’s ready to be served.

Serving Suggestions

My go-to way to serve gluten-free baked brie is on a charcuterie board with some crackers (gluten-free Ritz crackers are one of my favorites), fresh fruit like apples and grapes, and some toasted nuts. For dipping, you can also serve it with gluten-free baguette slices, gluten-free focaccia, or gluten-free flatbread. A selection of cured meats, such as prosciutto or salami, would also be delicious additions.

More Gluten-Free Appetizers to Try!

• Gluten-Free Sausage Balls
• Gluten-Free Pizza Bites
• Gluten-Free Mozzarella Sticks
• Broiled Scallops

How to Make Gluten-Free Baked Brie Step-by-Step

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Gently open up 1 fully thawed gluten-free puff pastry and place on a baking sheet. Place the 8 oz wheel of brie on top.

Add ⅓ cup of fig jam and spread evenly.

Fold the pastry sheet up around the wheel of brie. Gather the pastry in a knot and pinch the top to seal.

Brush the top of the pastry with the egg wash. You won’t need the whole egg, just enough to cover the top and sides. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Serve with grapes, apples, gluten-free crackers, and enjoy!