Baked Camembert with Cranberries and Fresh Salad Recipe
This Baked Camembert with Cranberries and Salad recipe features crispy breadcrumb-coated Camembert cheese, pan-fried until golden and then gently baked for a warm, melted finish. Served alongside a fresh salad with avocado and dried tomatoes tossed in a tangy dressing alongside tart cranberries, this dish balances creamy, crunchy, sweet, and savory flavors for a delightful appetizer or light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 2 Camembert rolls (each 100g)
- 20g flour
- 1 egg
- Breadcrumbs as needed
- 10g butter
Salad
- 100g lettuce
- 1/2 avocado
- 30g dried tomatoes
Dressing
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Other
- 50g cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Camembert: Coat each Camembert roll first in flour to create a dry base, then dip into beaten egg to bind the coating, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.
- Cook the Camembert: Heat a pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Fry the breadcrumb-coated Camembert rolls on both sides until they develop a golden brown crust. Then transfer the pan or Camembert to the oven and bake at 80°C (175°F) until the cheese inside is warm and soft.
- Make the Salad: While the Camembert is baking, prepare the salad dressing by whisking together the vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Chop the avocado into pieces and halve the dried tomatoes. Toss these with the lettuce and the prepared dressing to combine.
- Serve: Once the Camembert is baked, carefully remove it from the oven and serve immediately alongside the fresh salad and a portion of cranberries for a sweet contrast.
Notes
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for a lighter, crispier coating.
- Keep the oven temperature low to gently melt the cheese without breaking the crust.
- The cranberries add a tart burst of flavor that complements the creamy cheese perfectly.
- For a gluten-free variation, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the Camembert at its gooey best.
Keywords: Baked Camembert, Fried Cheese, Cranberries, Avocado Salad, Appetizer, Cheese Snack
