Featuring Noosa Black Garlic Caramelized Paste
There are recipes… and then there are moments.
This Black Garlic & Prosciutto Baked Brie is one of those dishes that stops people mid-conversation — warm, molten cheese wrapped in delicate ribbons of prosciutto, with a rich, sweet umami centre of Noosa Black Garlic Caramelized Paste.
It’s indulgent, effortless, and designed for sharing. The kind of dish that belongs at the centre of the table, surrounded by good wine and even better company.
Recipe Details
Serves: 4–6
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 10–15 minutes
Ingredients
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1 wheel Brie (200–300 g)
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1–2 tbsp Noosa Black Garlic - Caramelized Black Garlic Paste
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4–6 slices prosciutto
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Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
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Freshly cracked black pepper
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Crackers or crusty bread, to serve
Method
1. Prepare the brie
Preheat oven to 180°C.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the brie horizontally through the centre to create two even halves.
2. Add the black garlic
Spread a generous layer of Noosa Black Garlic Caramelized Paste over the base half of the brie.
Gently place the top half back on, creating a hidden layer of rich, sweet umami inside.
3. Wrap with prosciutto
Wrap the brie with slices of prosciutto, allowing them to naturally drape and overlap.
(Think rustic, not perfect — this is where the beauty lies.)
4. Bake
Place into a small baking dish and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until:
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the brie is soft and molten inside
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the prosciutto is slightly crisp on the edges
Serve
Transfer carefully to a serving plate and finish with:
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fresh thyme leaves
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cracked black pepper
Serve immediately with:
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crusty sourdough
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artisan crackers
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or warm baguette slices
Serving Suggestions
Perfect for:
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entertaining platters
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festive gatherings
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cheese boards (as the hero piece)
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a simple indulgent night in
Pair with:
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chilled rosé
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champagne or sparkling
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or a light Pinot Noir
Why This Works
It’s all about balance:
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Brie → creamy, rich, indulgent
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Prosciutto → salty, delicate, crisp
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Black Garlic Paste → sweet, savoury, deeply umami
Together, they create that perfect “one more bite” moment.
Entertaining Tip
Place this straight onto your grazing board and let it slowly ooze into the crackers and accompaniments — it becomes both a dish and a centrepiece.