So Very Berry Brie

I needed to make something quick for a wine and cheese party, and had a bounty of berries on hand. My creation went great with all the wines and looked so much more impressive than the other plain cheeses!

So Very Berry Brie

Average Rating: 4.461538

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + standing Bake: 10 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blackberries, thawed
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 round (8 ounces) Brie cheese, halved horizontally
  • Bagel and/or baked pita chips

Instructions

  • 1. In a small saucepan, heat sugar and water until sugar is dissolved. Add berries. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; let stand for 10 minutes.
  • 2. Place bottom half of cheese in a small ungreased cast-iron or ovenproof skillet; pour 1/2 cup berry mixture over cheese. Top with remaining cheese and berry mixture.
  • 3. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until cheese is softened, 8-10 minutes. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 160 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 179mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.