The Pillsbury Trick That Makes Baked Brie Even More Decadent

With fall rapidly approaching, get ready to enjoy more dishes filled with warmth and comfort. Baked brie is a rich, gooey treat that's simple to make, whether you pop it in the oven or use the microwave as a shortcut. With a variety of options for complementary ingredients and serving styles, one easy upgrade to this cheesy snack is to blanket your brie in Pillsbury Crescent dough before baking.

This trick elevates baked brie by giving it a flaky, buttery crust to contrast the texture of the melty cheese. You can do this with either an entire wheel of brie or individual pieces, depending on how much time and effort you want to put into the dish. All you need is a sheet of Pillsbury Crescent dough.

Separate the sheet into two squares and place the brie between them. Seal the edges together, then brush the outside with an egg wash. Bake your brie until the crescent dough turns golden and the firmness of the cheese gives way to creamy perfection. This should take 20 to 25 minutes in an oven set to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. When it comes to serving this baked brie, you can take inspiration from a cranberry and rosemary baked brie board recipe or pair the cheese with a robust fig jam — the possibilities are nearly limitless.

Wrapping your brie in Pillsbury Crescent dough will make it the centerpiece of your snack time. You can easily fold in fall flavors and themes as well as other complementary ingredients. For example, try using this Pillsbury product in place of refrigerated pie dough in a baked brie jack-o'-lantern board recipe. Swap in a generous spread of pumpkin butter for the fig jam to give your baked brie a festive autumn-inspired bent.

While this baked brie already has bread on the outside, you can still serve it with crackers or other coordinating ingredients. Lean into sweet flavors by using dehydrated apple or persimmon chips. Slices of fresh apples or other firm fruits also pair well with this dish. On the savory side, make your own gluten-free pumpkin seed crackers or serve your baked brie with sticks of jicama, carrots, or celery.

Prepare a whole grazing board around your baked brie for serving at a seasonal soiree. Add candied or roasted nuts like almonds, pecans, and walnuts for extra crunch and flavor. A drizzle or dip of honey can also enhance your baked brie. Whether served for fall or any time of the year, dressing up your baked brie with a wrapping of Pillsbury Crescent dough will make it a true crowd-pleaser.