🧀 BBQ Baked Camembert Recipe | Garlic, Rosemary & Hot Honey on a Tabletop BBQ

🧀 Garlic, Rosemary & Hot Honey Baked Camembert on a Tabletop BBQ

Baked Camembert has become a favourite at garden gatherings, and for good reason. It's simple to prepare, wonderfully indulgent and perfect for sharing while everyone gathers around the barbecue with a drink in hand.

Cooking it on a tabletop BBQ adds a subtle smoky flavour that you simply don't get from the oven. The cheese becomes irresistibly soft and creamy, while fresh rosemary, roasted garlic and a drizzle of hot honey create the perfect balance of savoury, sweet and gentle spice.

Serve it straight from the barbecue with warm sourdough, crackers or chargrilled vegetables, and you'll have an impressive starter that's ready in under half an hour.

📝 Recipe Overview

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 18–20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Serves: 4–6

Difficulty: Easy

🛒 Ingredients

For the Camembert

  • 1 whole Camembert (250g), in its wooden box
  • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 tbsp hot honey
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

To Serve

  • Sourdough bread, sliced
  • Water biscuits
  • Apple slices
  • Red grapes
  • Chargrilled baby potatoes
  • Cornichons

🔥 Equipment Needed

  • Tabletop BBQ
  • Small cast iron skillet or BBQ-safe dish (optional)
  • BBQ tongs
  • Bread knife

👨🍳 Method

Step 1 – Prepare the Camembert

Remove the cheese from its packaging but leave it inside the wooden box.

Score a shallow criss-cross pattern across the top.

Insert the garlic slices and rosemary sprigs into the cuts.

Drizzle with olive oil and season with black pepper.

Step 2 – Prepare the BBQ

Preheat the tabletop BBQ to a medium heat of approximately 180°C.

If using a charcoal tabletop BBQ, allow the coals to ash over before cooking.

Step 3 – Cook the Camembert

Place the Camembert onto the cooking grate over indirect heat.

Close the lid and cook for 15–18 minutes, until the centre feels soft when gently pressed.

Step 4 – Toast the bread

During the final few minutes, lightly toast the sourdough slices on the BBQ until golden with light char marks.

Step 5 – Finish

Carefully remove the Camembert from the BBQ.

Drizzle with hot honey while still warm.

Serve immediately with toasted sourdough, crackers, fruit and chargrilled potatoes.

💡 Cooking Tips

  • Don't overcook the cheese or it may split.
  • Keep the Camembert in its wooden box while cooking.
  • Use good-quality local honey for the best flavour.
  • Fresh rosemary works much better than dried.
  • Toast the bread just before serving.

🌟 Delicious Variations

Cranberry & Walnut Camembert

Top with cranberry sauce and chopped walnuts.

Fig & Thyme Camembert

Finish with fresh figs and thyme leaves.

Truffle Camembert

Add a drizzle of truffle oil instead of hot honey.

Chilli Jam Camembert

Swap the honey for sweet chilli jam.

Caramelised Onion Camembert

Top with caramelised onion chutney before serving.

🍽️ What to Serve with Baked Camembert

  • Toasted sourdough
  • Crackers
  • Apple slices
  • Pear slices
  • Grapes
  • Cornichons
  • Charcuterie
  • Mixed olives

It also makes a fantastic addition to a relaxed outdoor grazing board.

🥡 Storage & Leftovers

Leftover Camembert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheat gently until softened or use it in toasted sandwiches, pasta or mashed potatoes for extra richness.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cook Camembert directly on the BBQ?

Yes, provided it remains in its wooden box or a BBQ-safe dish to help it hold its shape.

Can I use another cheese?

Camembert works best, although Brie is another excellent option.

Is hot honey very spicy?

Not at all. It adds a gentle warmth that balances the creamy cheese without overpowering it.

Can I prepare this ahead of time?

Yes. Score and fill the cheese a few hours ahead, then simply cook when ready to serve.

Can I make this indoors?

Absolutely. While it's especially delicious on a BBQ, the recipe can also be baked in a conventional oven.

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Serve straight from the barbecue, gather everyone around the table, and enjoy every last scoop while it's warm.