Description
This warm and gooey baked brie topped with sweet fig jam, honey, and crunchy pecans is an elegant yet effortless appetizer that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-ounce) wheel of brie cheese
- 1/4 cup fig jam or preserves
- 2 tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
- Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small baking sheet or oven-safe dish with parchment paper.
- Place the brie wheel on the prepared baking sheet. Spread fig jam evenly over the top of the brie.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the jam, then drizzle with 2 tablespoons of honey.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the brie is soft and slightly melted but still holding its shape.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter.
- Drizzle with additional honey and garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.
Notes
For a sweeter version, use a fig jam with extra honey or add a sprinkle of brown sugar before baking. Pecans can be substituted with walnuts or almonds.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Protein: 7 g