Oven-cook or air-fry your favourite soft cheese until gooey for this last-minute crowd-pleaser. An easy recipe for a dinner party or when entertaining at Christmas
Prep:5 mins
Serves 4 – 6
250g camembert or brie, or other similar cheese1 tbsp vermouth, or dry white wine, or kirsch2 thyme sprigspinch of dried chilli flakescrackers or toasted bread, to serve
STEP 1Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6 or heat your air fryer to 180C for 4 mins.STEP 2Unwrap the camembert from its packaging, then place back into its box. Tie string around the box to secure. If using a cheese that doesn’t have a box, put into a ramekin or other ovenproof dish.STEP 3Slash the cheese a few times and top with vermouth, dry white wine or kirsch, thyme sprigs and a pinch of dried chilli flakes.STEP 4Bake on a baking tray for 20 mins, or if using an air-fryer, cook for 15-20 mins until gooey. Serve with toasted bread or crackers for dipping.
