Baked Camembert
Starters French

Baked Camembert

A whole wheel of camembert baked until molten and gooey, perfect for sharing and dipping. The tiers climb from a simple supermarket bake to a wood-fired showpiece with truffle and honey.

Serves2
Time25 min
Cost / serving£1.60
Vegetarian Nut-free

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Budget version

Value camembert baked with a clove of garlic and a few herbs.

Per serving£1.60
Total cost£3.20
Time25 min
Baked Camembert
Servings

Ingredients for 2

  • 250 g value camembert , in its wooden box
  • 1 clove garlic , thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp dried mixed herbs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper , to taste
  • To serve
  • 1 baguette , sliced, to serve

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 180C fan and remove any plastic wrapping from the cheese, returning it to its wooden box.
  2. Score the top of the camembert in a cross and poke in the garlic slices.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, scatter over the dried herbs and season.
  4. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the centre is molten.
  5. Serve hot with sliced baguette for dipping.

Equipment

The three ways, side by side

Budget
£1.60 / serving · 25 min

Value camembert baked with a clove of garlic and a few herbs.

Better
£3.40 / serving · 32 min

A proper French camembert studded with fresh rosemary, garlic and a splash of white wine.

Ultimate
£7.25 / serving · 37 min

Premium AOP camembert baked with truffle honey, thyme and toasted hazelnuts, served with charcuterie.