Summertime Brie Caprese

This Summertime Brie Caprese combines soft, warm Brie with juicy cherry tomatoes, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and fresh basil. Served with toasted baguette slices, it’s a colorful and flavorful appetizer ideal for outdoor meals and parties.

Recipe Information

Total Time:

Yield:

4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

3 small bunches cherry tomatoes on the vine

⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

½ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 (8-ounce) round triple-crème Brie cheese

Balsamic glaze

¼ cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, for garnish

1 baguette, sliced and toasted; for serving

Directions

Prepare a campfire for direct cooking over hot coals (425°F to 450°F). Place grill grate on rocks or logs over coals.
In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, ⅓ cup olive oil, salt and black pepper; gently toss to coat.
Line a 6-inch cast-iron skillet with parchment paper. Place Brie and tomatoes in skillet. Drizzle cheese with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
Place skillet on grill grate. Cook, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until Brie is puffy and very soft, but not melted.
Remove skillet from campfire; drizzle cheese with balsamic glaze. Garnish with basil, if desired. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices.