Description
A delicious and indulgent appetizer featuring creamy brie cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry, topped with honey and fig preserves.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel of brie cheese (8–12 oz)
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1–2 tablespoons honey
- 1–2 tablespoons fig preserves
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- Coarse sugar, for sprinkling (optional)
- Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and place the brie wheel in the center.
- Score the top of the brie in a crosshatch pattern.
- Spread fig preserves evenly over the top, drizzle honey, sprinkle fresh thyme, and add black pepper.
- Optionally, add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Fold the puff pastry up and over the brie, sealing the edges.
- Brush the entire pastry surface with beaten egg and sprinkle coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- For a sweeter flavor, increase the amount of honey.
- Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.
- Pair with a variety of crackers or fresh fruit for a delightful contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Baked Brie, Puff Pastry, Honey, Fig, Appetizer