This Baked Broccoli with Brie recipe is a must-try! It’s creamy, cheesy, and finished with a drizzle of hot honey for a sweet and spicy touch. Whether you’re planning a weeknight dinner or a festive holiday gathering, this dish will impress every time.
Baked Broccoli with Brie – An Easy, Creamy Side Dish with a Kick
Baked Broccoli with Brie is anything but your average side dish. Roasted until crispy and golden, tossed with rich, melty Brie, and finished with a drizzle of hot honey—this recipe takes broccoli to the next level and is just as good as my popular Broccoli Cheese Casserole.
It’s the perfect balance of creamy, savory, and spicy, making it a standout addition to any dinner table, whether it’s a casual weeknight or a special gathering.
Why You’ll Love Baked Broccoli with Brie
This recipe is one of my favorite ways to serve broccoli because the brie melts into a velvety layer and the extra bits of cheese turn into a crunchy layer of goodness. The hot honey drizzle at the end adds just the right sweet and spicy kick. My whole family devours this dish! I love that it’s easy to throw together with just a few ingredients, but tastes like something you’d order at a high-end restaurant. ~ Amy
How to Make Baked Broccoli with Brie
With only cheese, broccoli, olive oil and a few spices, you can have a delicious side dish whipped up in less than 30 mintues. This yummy side dish pairs well with baked chicken, steak, salmon or shrimp.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Brie cheese
- Broccoli florets
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Garlic powder or fresh garlic
- Sea salt
- Cracked pepper
- Smoked paprika
- Hot honey (or regular honey as a substitute)
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Spread the Brie in a baking dish, season it with garlic, then layer the broccoli on top. Drizzle with olive oil and spices, then bake until the broccoli is crispy and the cheese is melted. Stir everything together and finish with a drizzle of hot honey before serving.
Print the detailed recipe directions below. You’ll love this dish!
Make-Ahead and Freezer Tips
Want to prep this baked broccoli with Brie ahead of time? Here’s how to make it freezer-friendly:
- Prep and Freeze: Assemble the dish completely up to the baking step. Cover tightly with foil or plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Bake from Frozen: To cook from frozen, remove the wrap and bake at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the broccoli is tender. Stir and drizzle with honey before serving.
- Hot Honey Tip: Wait to add the hot honey until after baking for the freshest flavor and best texture.
This is a great make-ahead side dish for the holidays or a busy weeknight when you want something comforting and quick.
More Ways to Enjoy This Recipe
- Add protein: Toss in shredded rotisserie chicken or cooked bacon for a heartier meal.
- Switch the cheese: If Brie isn’t your thing, try it with Camembert or even cream cheese for a similar creamy effect.
- Turn it into a dip: Bake with bite-sized broccoli pieces and serve with crackers or crusty bread as a party dip.
Whether you’re a Brie-lover or just trying to jazz up your veggie side game, this Baked Broccoli with Brie is pure cheesy perfection.
Baked Broccoli with Brie
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Coat a 9×13 baking dish with a teaspoon of olive oil.
- With a large spoon, spread the cheese evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cheese with garlic.
- Add broccoli florets
- Drizzle broccoli with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, pepper and smoked paprika.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until broccoli is charred and crispy.
- Remove dish from oven, stir so the cheese coats all of the broccoli, then drizzle with hot honey.
- Serve immediately.
