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Camembert Monkey Bread with Onion Marmalade

A savory twist on the classic monkey bread, featuring soft dough balls, gooey Camembert cheese, and sweet-savory onion marmalade.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 500 g bread flour
  • 7 g instant yeast
  • 10 g salt
  • 300 ml warm water
  • 60 ml olive oil
For the Filling
  • 250 g Camembert cheese
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Make a well in the middle and add warm water and olive oil. Stir until you have a sticky dough.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
  5. While the dough rises, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally.
  6. After about 10 minutes, add sugar and balsamic vinegar. Cook for another 15-20 minutes until soft and caramelized. Set aside to cool.
  7. Once risen, punch the dough down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide into small pieces, about the size of a golf ball.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a greased baking dish, layer pieces of dough alternating with chunks of Camembert cheese and onion marmalade until used up.
  3. Cover the baking dish with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, adding extra olive oil or balsamic vinegar on top if desired.

Notes

Best served warm. Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.