Perfect Baked Brie with Fig Jam
A creamy, gooey brie cheese wrapped in golden puff pastry and topped with sweet fig jam, perfect for entertaining or indulgent snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel of brie cheese (about 8 ounces)
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts, or fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Smooth it into a square large enough to wrap your brie.
- Place the brie wheel in the center of the pastry. Spread the fig jam evenly on top of the brie.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped nuts or fresh thyme over the jam for added texture and flavor.
- Wrap the puff pastry around the brie, folding and pinching the edges to seal. Trim any excess pastry if needed.
- Brush the beaten egg over the pastry to give it a golden, shiny finish.
- Transfer the wrapped brie to the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Seal the pastry tightly to prevent cheese leakage. Let the baked brie cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid spilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of baked brie
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 8
Keywords: baked brie, fig jam, puff pastry, appetizer, holiday recipe, easy recipe