A whole Brie wrapped in prosciutto and rich homemade brioche, baked until golden and oozing. A sharing centrepiece to serve warm.
A whole wheel of Brie, wrapped in salty prosciutto and then in your own buttery brioche, baked until the crust turns deep gold and the cheese underneath goes molten. Cut into it while it is still warm and the centre flows out. It is unashamedly rich, and exactly the thing to set in the middle of a table for people to share.
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Prep 30 min
Cook 22 min
Total 480 min
Hard
Scale:
- 375g Plain Flour
- 50g Caster Sugar
- 7g Yeast
- 75g Milk
- To Glaze Eggs
- 180g Butter
- 250g Brie
- 8 slices Prosciutto
Tags:
SideDish Treat Baking
Preparation
- Mix the flour, 1 tsp salt, caster sugar, yeast, milk and eggs in a mixer with the dough hook for 5 minutes until smooth. Add the butter and mix for a further 4 minutes on medium speed, scrape down the bowl, then mix again for 1 minute. Transfer to a container, cover with cling film, and chill for at least 6 hours before using.
- Wrap the Brie in the prosciutto and set aside. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a 25cm circle.
- Place the wrapped Brie in the middle and fold the edges in neatly. Set the parcel on a parchment-lined baking tray, brush with beaten egg, and chill for 30 minutes, then brush again and chill for a further 30 minutes.
- Leave to rise for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 and bake for 22 minutes. Serve warm.
Tips from the ZestyPlate Kitchen
- Chill the brioche dough right through so it is firm enough to roll out and shape without sticking.
- Wrap the Brie tightly in the prosciutto so the cheese is sealed in and stays put while it bakes.
- Chill the assembled parcel between the two egg washes; it holds its shape and gives you a glossy, even finish.
- Serve it warm while the middle is still flowing, as it firms up fast once it cools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely, and it saves a good deal of time. Just chill it well so it wraps neatly around the cheese.
Crackers, crusty bread, fresh fruit, a spoonful of chutney or a drizzle of honey all go well with the warm, oozing Brie.
Yes. Assemble and chill it, then do the final rise and bake it just before serving so the centre is at its most molten.
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