Baked Brie Pumpkin with Spiced Maple Pumpkin Butter
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our Baked Brie Pumpkin with Spiced Maple Pumpkin Butter Recipe. This unique dish combines the rich creaminess of brie cheese and the warm spices of autumn, all nestled within a beautifully baked pumpkin. Ideal for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations, it serves as both an impressive centerpiece and a crowd-pleasing appetizer. The sweet notes of maple enhance the savory brie while creating a memorable experience for your guests. Perfectly paired with crunchy crackers or fresh fruit, this recipe is sure to become a staple during the fall season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small pumpkin
- 8 ounces brie cheese
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice off the top of the small pumpkin and scoop out the seeds and stringy insides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt; mix until well blended.
- Place brie cheese inside the hollowed-out pumpkin and pour the spiced pumpkin butter mixture over it.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from oven using oven mitts and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg