Baked brie topped with thick cranberry sauce dripping down the sides, perfect for Halloween parties

Halloween Bloody Baked Brie

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Spooky, gooey, and hauntingly delicious 🩸🧀

Make your Halloween party feel extra wicked with this Halloween Bloody Baked Brie — a show-stopping appetizer that’s equal parts creepy and gourmet. 🧀💀 Imagine a warm wheel of brie wrapped in golden pastry, oozing with raspberry “blood” the moment you slice into it. It’s dramatic, decadent, and shockingly easy to make in under 30 minutes! Perfect for spooky gatherings, dinner parties, or cozy fall nights with a glass of wine, this recipe brings a hauntingly delicious twist to classic baked brie. Serve it with crackers, apple slices, or toasted baguette for a wickedly fun crowd-pleaser that’s as photogenic as it is tasty. 🩸✨

Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 8

Ingredients List

  • 1 (8 oz) wheel of brie cheese
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • ¼ cup raspberry jam (for “bloody” effect)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices for serving

Optional Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs or candy knife props for dramatic presentation 🔪

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Small bowl (for egg wash)
  • Knife or spoon
  • Cooling rack

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Preheat & prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the “blood”: In a small bowl, mix raspberry jam and honey (if using). Microwave for 10 seconds until smooth.
  3. Wrap the brie: Place the brie in the center of your puff pastry. Spoon 2 tablespoons of jam over the top.
  4. Seal & brush: Fold the pastry edges over the brie, tucking them neatly underneath. Whisk egg and water, then brush evenly over the pastry.
  5. Bake: Place on the prepared tray and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden and puffy.
  6. Finish with drama: Let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle remaining raspberry “blood” over the top and around the plate for a gory, glossy finish. 💉🧀
  7. Serve warm: Slice carefully and let the gooey brie “bleed” for that perfect Halloween reveal! 😈

Pro Tips

  • Flavor Boost: Add a layer of caramelized onions or a sprinkle of thyme before sealing the pastry.
  • Shortcut Option: Skip the pastry and bake the brie unwrapped for 10 minutes — drizzle jam afterward.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
  • Serving Idea: Serve on a black slate board with grapes, figs, and crackers for a chic gothic vibe. 🕸️

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 slice2107g17g13g0g8g