Gooey Baked Brie With Fig Jam (Printable)
Creamy Brie enfolded in flaky pastry with sweet fig jam and toasted nuts
# What You Need:
→ Cheese & Pastry
01 - 1 (8 oz) wheel of Brie cheese
02 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 8–9 in square)
→ Toppings
03 - 1/4 cup fig jam
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
→ Glaze
05 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
→ Garnish
06 - Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)
07 - Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
03 - Set the Brie wheel in the center of the pastry. Spread fig jam evenly over the top of the cheese. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if using.
04 - Fold the corners of the pastry over the Brie, trimming excess if needed, and seal by pinching edges together. Flip the wrapped Brie over so the seams are on the bottom.
05 - Brush the pastry all over with beaten egg for a glossy finish.
06 - Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
07 - Let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired. Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It transforms into something restaurant fancy with only five minutes of actual work
- The combination of warm melty cheese and sweet fig jam is absolutely addictive
02 -
- The cheese will continue melting after you pull it from the oven, so do not wait too long to serve
- If the pastry starts browning too quickly, tent it loosely with foil for the last few minutes
03 -
- Freeze wrapped unbried Brie up to two weeks ahead and bake straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes
- Brush the pastry with honey instead of egg wash for an extra sticky sweet finish