Easy Baked Brie with Fig Jam & Pecans
A delightful appetizer featuring creamy melted Brie cheese topped with sweet fig jam and crunchy pecans, all wrapped in crispy puff pastry.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 round Brie cheese (about 8 ounces)
- 1/3 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted for extra crunch)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 each egg (for egg wash, optional)
- to taste salt (optional)
- to taste fresh thyme or rosemary (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and stretch it to about 1/8-inch thick.
- Place the Brie in the center of the pastry and spread the fig jam generously on top.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the fig jam.
- Fold the pastry over the cheese, fully encasing it, and pinch the edges to seal.
- Optionally brush the outside of the pastry with beaten egg.
- Transfer the wrapped Brie onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm with crackers or bread.
Notes
Substitutions: Use walnuts or almonds instead of pecans. Try different jams for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.