Description
This Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Honey and Fig is a delightful appetizer that combines creamy brie cheese, sweet honey, and rich fig preserves, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry.
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
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Can be paired with various accompaniments such as nuts, fruits, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg