Baked Brie with Fig Jam (Printable View)

Creamy Brie wrapped in puff pastry with fig jam and nut garnish for a warm, golden appetizer.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheese & Dairy

01 - 1 wheel (8 oz) Brie cheese
02 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

→ Condiments

03 - 3 tbsp fig jam

→ Pastry

04 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen

→ Garnish (optional)

05 - 2 tbsp chopped toasted walnuts or pecans
06 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
07 - Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving

# How to Make:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the thawed puff pastry sheet on the baking sheet and center the Brie wheel on it.
03 - Spread the fig jam evenly over the top surface of the Brie wheel.
04 - Sprinkle the chopped toasted nuts and fresh thyme leaves over the fig jam if desired.
05 - Fold the puff pastry up and over the Brie, pleating as necessary to cover completely, and pinch seams to seal firmly.
06 - Using a pastry brush, coat the exterior of the pastry with the beaten egg to achieve a golden finish.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
08 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving platter. Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Creamy, gooey Brie wrapped in golden puff pastry
  • Sweet fig jam swirl adds elegant flavor
02 -
  • Substitute fig jam with apricot raspberry or cranberry preserves for variety
  • For a nut-free version simply omit nuts
03 -
  • Ensure the pastry is fully sealed to prevent leaks
  • Use a light egg wash to achieve a shiny golden crust
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