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Almond-Crusted Brie Bites with Pomegranate Glaze Recipe

Almond-Crusted Brie Bites with Pomegranate Glaze Recipe
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These Almond-Crusted Brie Bites with Pomegranate Glaze are a delightful appetizer combining creamy Brie cheese coated in a crunchy almond and panko crust, fried to golden perfection, and finished with a sweet-tart pomegranate glaze. Perfect for entertaining or a luxurious snack.

Ingredients

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For the Brie Bites:

  • 8 oz Brie cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • ½ cup finely chopped almonds
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil for frying

For the Pomegranate Glaze:

  • ½ cup pomegranate juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tsp water

Instructions

  1. Set up breading station: Place the flour in one shallow bowl, the beaten egg in a second bowl, and combine the finely chopped almonds with panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl. This setup will help coat the Brie cubes evenly.
  2. Coat Brie cubes: Dip each Brie cube first into the flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally roll it in the almond-panko mixture until fully coated. This triple coating ensures a crunchy crust that adheres well.
  3. Fry Brie bites: Heat the olive or vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated Brie bites for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  4. Prepare pomegranate glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the pomegranate juice, honey, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  5. Thicken glaze: Stir in the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until the glaze thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat.
  6. Serve: Drizzle the warm pomegranate glaze generously over the crispy Brie bites and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Ensure Brie cubes are well chilled before breading to prevent melting during frying.
  • Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point for frying, such as vegetable or canola oil.
  • For a vegan alternative, substitute Brie with a plant-based cheese and adjust frying time carefully.
  • Serve immediately to maintain the crispy texture of the bites.
  • Leftover glaze can be stored refrigerated for up to three days and gently reheated before serving.

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Keywords: Brie bites, almond crust, pomegranate glaze, appetizer, fried Brie, party snack, easy appetizer

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