Obatzda, also known as “Angemachter Camembert” in my Franconian circles, is a traditional Bavarian spread crafted from Brie. It is typically enjoyed with a fresh Pretzel or Bauernbrot.

Obatzda cheese spread made is from a blend of soft cheeses, usually Camembert or Brie, mixed with butter, onions, and spices like paprika and caraway. It’s typically served with Pretzels, often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer in Biergardens, mainly in Bavaria.

Prepare the Cheese: Allow the Camembert or Brie to come to room temperature for easier mixing.

Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the soft cheese, cream cheese, and optional butter. Use a fork or a mixer to blend until smooth. Add Onions and Spices. Stir in the chopped onion, paprika, salt, pepper, and caraway seeds (if using). Mix until well combined.

Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add a bit more cream cheese or butter.

The difference between Brie and Camembert: Brie has 60% of milk fat, Camembert only 45%. Either can be used.

Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.

Serve the Obatzda spread on a plate, garnished with chopped chives or parsley, alongside pretzels or crusty bread.

Served with a Bavarian Pretzel or Mein Bauernbrot, a no-knead German crusty Bread

Obatzta, a Bavarian Brie spread

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December 11, 2019

by AngiesWeb

Cuisine German, Bavarian

Category dip European Cuisine Germany Northern Europe Recipes Spreads

Ingredients

• 8 oz or 226 g Brie or Camembert
• I package cream cheese
• 2 tbsp soft butter (optional cream cheese)
• 1 medium onion (minced, and some sliced)
• 2 tsp paprika
• 2 to 3 tbsp beer to taste
• Salt
• pepper
• 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional crushed)

Persons

8

Serving Size

1 tbsp

Prep Time

10 hours

Total Time

10 hours

The difference between Brie and Camembert: Brie has 60% of milk fat, Camembert only 45%.
If not eaten right away, add the onions before serving, or just place them on top or on the side.

Instructions

1. Chop onion small, leave a couple slices for garnish.
2. Press the soft Brie with a fork into small pieces.
3. Combine with the soft Butter (or cream cheese) and mix all other spices, the salt, pepper, paprika and caraway seeds.
4. Add the beer so it has a smooth and creamy consistency.
5. Let rest in the refrigerator for an hour before consuming.

Notes

Serve the Obatzda spread on a plate, garnished with chopped chives or parsley, alongside  Pretzel or  Bauernbrot

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appetizer,

Bavaria,

Brie,

Camembert,

Dip,

Frankonia,

Germany,

Spread

Calories

168 kcal

7%

Fat

15 g

23%

Saturated

9 g

45%

Carbs

3 g

1%

Protein

7 g

Fiber

1 g

4%

Sugar

0.7 g

Sodium

213 mg

8.9%

Trans fat

0 g

Cholesterol

47 mg

15%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Served with a soft Pretzel or German Crusty bread/Bauernbrot