30 minutes
A wheel of creamy Camembert with a crunchy walnut crumble, wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry and served with ginger marmalade.
1. Preheat the Oven
Begin by preheating your oven to a temperature that will transform your dish into a masterpiece.
2. Toast the Walnuts
Toast a handful of walnuts in a pan over medium heat until they’re fragrant, then let them cool to room temperature.
3. Prepare the Walnut Crumble
Combine the cooled walnuts with butter, flour, and a touch of sugar to form a crumbly texture.
4. Wrap the Camembert
Lay out the puff pastry, place the Camembert in the center, top it with walnut crumble, and wrap the pastry around the cheese.
5. Bake the Camembert
Transfer the wrapped cheese to a gratin dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the pastry turns golden.
6. Cool and Serve
Allow the baked Camembert to cool slightly before serving with ginger marmalade.
Choose a Camembert that is ripe but not overly runny. The cheese should give slightly when pressed but should not be too firm.
Allow the Camembert to rest for about 5 minutes after baking. This ensures the cheese remains luscious and doesn’t spill everywhere.
Balance the ginger marmalade with a hint of acidity, such as a splash of lemon juice or a touch of apple cider vinegar.
Toast the walnuts lightly before using them in the crumble for added flavor. Allow them to cool before mixing; this prevents the crumble from becoming greasy.
Ensure your oven is pre-heated to the recommended temperature for even baking. If your oven has hotspots, consider rotating the cheese halfway through baking.
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