Description
A simple yet elegant appetizer featuring creamy Brie cheese topped with sweet fig jam and crunchy pecans. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 8-10 oz wheel of Brie cheese
- ¼ cup fig jam
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the Brie wheel on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the fig jam evenly over the top of the Brie.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans (or walnuts) on top of the jam.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle fresh thyme leaves if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the Brie is soft and slightly melted.
- Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Let the Brie sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before baking for even melting.
- Adjust baking time based on the size of your Brie wheel.
- Pair with a crisp white wine for a delightful combination.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Baked Brie, Fig Jam, Pecans, Appetizer, Easy Recipe