Mom's New Favorite Brie and Berry Bake!

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Enjoy this Mom’s New Favorite Brie and Berry Bake recipe at your next family or friend brunch. The flaky pie crust cradles layers of creamy, melted brie pairs nicely with the juicy burst of blackberries and tender, cider-infused pears. The fruit filling strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart, with sweetness from the brown sugar and a bit of zest from the lemon juice. 

Topped with a delicate brown sugar crumble, this dish bakes to golden perfection, creating a crisp, buttery topping that melts into the fruit below. The flaky crust, the molten Brie and the sweet fruit create the ultimate dessert that everyone at the brunch table will love.  

Perfect for a special brunch, this recipe offers a fun twist on classic fruit bakes. This Mom’s New Favorite Brie and Berry Bake will become a staple in your household. Serve it warm and let the rich, sweet flavors bring extra joy to the brunch, potluck or any special occasion.   

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350º.
2. In a saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine cider and 1½ cups brown sugar, stir well. When mixture begins to boil, add pears and reduce heat. Simmer for 5 minutes, remove from heat and drain. Reserve.
3. In a medium bowl, roughly smash blackberries. Stir in sugar, salt and lemon juice.  In another medium bowl, combine remaining ½  cup brown sugar and flour. Cut butter into mixture, only small chunks of butter should remain.
4. Coat an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Unroll pie crust and place inside, shaping it to the dish. Slice brie into 16 pieces. Line bottom of pie crust with brie until completely covered. Top with pears then blackberry mixture. Evenly cover with flour mixture.
5. Bake for 40 minutes. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Recipe Courtesy of Chef Megan, ALDI Test Kitchen