Baked Camembert

Gebackener Camembert

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Preparation info
  • Yield:

    2 to 4

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

    • Ready in

      25 min

Appears in
German Home Kitchen: Traditional Recipes That Capture the Flavors of Germany

By Sophie Sadler

Published 2025

  • About

This was one of my all-time favorite foods growing up. It’s so popular that even McDonald’s Germany features it on their menu sometimes. The Camembert is coated in a double layer of breading and pan-fried (even though we call it baked Camembert), creating the perfect crispy, golden crust. I typically make this using a small wheel of Camembert, but you can also use a larger one and cut it up after frying. Make sure to let the cheese come to room temperature; otherwise, the exterior will fini