Baked Brie with Fig Jam (Print-Friendly)

Golden puff pastry surrounds soft Brie topped with a sweet fig jam swirl and optional toasted nuts.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese & Dairy

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

→ Condiments

03 - 3 tablespoons fig jam

→ Pastry

04 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen

→ Garnish (optional)

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

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place puff pastry on the prepared sheet and set Brie wheel in the center.
03 - Evenly spread fig jam over the top of the Brie.
04 - Sprinkle chopped nuts and thyme leaves over the jam if using.
05 - Fold pastry up and over the cheese, pleating to fully enclose. Pinch seams to seal.
06 - Brush beaten egg over the pastry exterior for a glossy golden finish.
07 - Bake for 20–25 minutes until pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
08 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a platter. Serve with crackers or sliced baguette.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy melted Brie with sweet fig jam swirl
  • Easy elegant appetizer for guests
02 -
  • Substitute fig jam with apricot raspberry or cranberry preserves for variety
  • Best served warm for maximum gooeyness
03 -
  • Use fresh puff pastry for best texture
  • Brush pastry edges with egg wash to seal well
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