Description
Indulge in the rich and gooey goodness of this baked brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a holiday gathering or as a luxurious appetizer, this dish pairs the creamy brie with sweet fruit preserves and crunchy nuts, all enveloped in a golden crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Baked Brie:
- 1 (8 oz) wheel of Brie cheese
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup fruit preserves (such as fig, apricot, or raspberry)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts, optional)
- fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
- crackers or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Brie: Place the Brie in the center of the puff pastry sheet. Top with fruit preserves and nuts if using.
- Wrap and bake: Fold the pastry over the Brie, seal the edges, brush with beaten egg, and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly, garnish with herbs, and serve warm with crackers or baguette slices.
Notes
- You can prepare this dish ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- For a savory variation, consider adding caramelized onions or fresh rosemary with the preserves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 wheel
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
