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Creamy Camembert Cheese Pie Recipe

Easy creamy camembert cheese pie with buttery crust and rich filling. Perfect savory snack or light meal.

Creamy Camembert Cheese Pie Recipe

Try this easy creamy camembert cheese pie recipe with a buttery crust and rich filling. Perfect for a savory snack or light meal.

Recipe Details

Prep time
15m
Cook time
30m
Rest time
5m
Total time
50m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 100 g shortcrust pastry sheet
  • 120 g camembert cheese whole rind
  • 50 ml heavy cream
  • 1 piece egg large
  • 10 g unsalted butter
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

French

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit).
  2. Roll out the shortcrust pastry sheet and place it into a 15 cm pie dish, pressing gently to fit the shape.
  3. Trim excess pastry edges and prick the base with a fork to prevent bubbling.
  4. Melt the unsalted butter in a small pan over low heat.
  5. Add the minced garlic clove to the melted butter and cook gently for 1 minute without browning.
  6. Slice the camembert cheese into thin wedges, keeping the rind on.
  7. In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and the large egg until smooth.
  8. Add the fresh thyme leaves and a pinch of ground black pepper to the cream mixture and stir well.
  9. Brush the garlic butter evenly over the pastry base.
  10. Arrange the camembert slices evenly over the pastry base.
  11. For the cream and egg mixture gently over the camembert slices.
  12. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
  13. Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Use a good quality camembert for best flavor.
  • Do not overbake to keep the filling creamy.
  • Serve warm with a fresh green salad.

Serving Suggestions

  • green salad
  • light white wine
  • fresh baguette

This creamy camembert cheese pie is a simple yet elegant dish perfect for any occasion. Serve warm and enjoy the rich flavors with a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 2
  • Fat (g): 22
  • Carbohydrates (g): 20
  • Protein (g): 10
  • Calories: 320
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.1
  • Saturated Fat (g): 14

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