Air Fryer Brie and Pumpkin, a unique and delicious recipe perfect as an appetizer but also ideal as a complete main course. A simple, quick, and super tasty autumn recipe. For this idea, I used a few slices of butternut squash and mini lactose-free brie, but you can use the same ingredients in the version you prefer, just be mindful of the cooking times. Of course, this recipe can easily be replicated in a traditional oven and, if you’re experienced, even in a microwave, with the necessary precautions on tools and ingredients. Below, you’ll find more ideas for cooking pumpkin differently and, at the end of the complete recipe with all the photographic steps, you’ll also find answers to the most common questions about this recipe.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Affordable
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 servings
- Cooking methods: Air Frying, Electric Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 2 brie (small, lactose-free)
- 10.5 oz pumpkin (sliced)
- 4 tsps wildflower honey
- 4 tsps mixed seeds
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil (for the pumpkin)
- to taste fine salt (for the pumpkin)
Tools
- 1 Knife
- 1 Chopping board
- 1 Paper towel
- 1 Air fryer parchment paper
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Teaspoon
- 1 Tablespoon
Steps
To make Air Fryer Brie and Pumpkin, cut the pumpkin into slices about two centimeters thick and remove the skin. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Cut them into cubes and season with a little fine salt, after placing them in the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper. If desired, you can also add some pepper to enhance the flavor.
Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil. Mix with a spoon to distribute the seasoning.
Cook in the preheated air fryer at 340°F for 7-8 minutes, turning the pumpkin halfway through cooking.
Divide the brie into two parts and place it on top of the pumpkin.
Make cuts on the surface of the brie.
Garnish with mixed seeds and honey and bake again in the air fryer for another 7-8 minutes or until the brie is cooked to your liking.
Looking for a presentation tip?
Use slices of white or whole wheat bread to enjoy the recipe instead of standard forks. It will be a delicious alternative.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How to cook it in the oven?
In the oven, first cook the pumpkin, after cutting it into cubes and seasoning it as in the recipe, for 15 minutes at 355°F in a preheated fan oven. Add the brie and continue cooking for at least another 10 minutes or until the brie is cooked to your liking.
Are seeds and honey necessary, or can I substitute them with other ingredients?
Instead of the seed mix, you can use any type of nuts while the honey can be replaced with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
