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Baked brie with honey drizzle and chopped pecans in cast iron skillet with pear slices and bread

Baked Brie and Preserves

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This baked brie and preserves is a delicious appetizer for entertaining! A creamy wheel of brie topped with sweet fruit preserves and crunchy nuts bakes quickly, creating a gorgeously gooey centerpiece that looks impressive but requires almost zero effort. Perfect for holiday parties or special dinners!
Prep 5 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 20 minutes
Recipe Makes (Approximate): 8

Equipment

  • small baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Sharp knife

Ingredients

For the Baked Brie

  • 1 wheel of Brie cheese (8 ounces or about 225 grams, cold from refrigerator)
  • ⅓ cup good-quality fruit preserves or jam (such as fig, mixed berry, or apricot)
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (such as pistachios, pecans, or walnuts)
  • 1 tablespoon honey ( or maple syrup, optional)
  • 1 small sprig fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme or a few fresh berries for garnish, optional)

For Serving

  • Sliced baguette, crostini, crackers, apple slices, or pear slices

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350℉. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper, making sure the paper extends beyond the brie on all sides.
  • Remove 1 wheel of brie (8 ounces) from its packaging and place it on the parchment paper. Keep the brie cold from the refrigerator.
  • If desired, use a sharp knife to make shallow crosshatch cuts across the top rind, spacing cuts about ½ inch apart and cutting through just the rind layer.
  • Spoon ⅓ cup (approximately 5 tablespoons) of fruit preserves onto the top of the brie, spreading evenly with the back of a spoon.
  • Sprinkle ¼ cup of chopped nuts evenly over the preserves layer.
  • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is soft and just starting to ooze at the edges. The wheel should still hold its shape.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • If using, drizzle 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup over the top. Add fresh herb sprig or berries for garnish if desired.
  • Use the parchment paper to transfer the brie to a serving platter. Surround with sliced baguette, crackers, and fresh fruit slices. And serve immediately while warm.

Recipe Notes

Storage and Reheating: Store leftover baked brie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds, or in a 200℉ oven for about 10 minutes until warmed through.
Serving Size: One 8-ounce wheel serves 6 to 8 people as an appetizer, assuming about 1 to 1.5 ounces per person.
Using Camembert: Camembert can be substituted for brie and will work exactly the same way in this recipe.

Nutrition Information (Approximate)

Calories: 161calProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 0.2mgPotassium: 17mgTotal Carbs: 3gFiber: 0.3gSugar: 2gNet Carbs: 3gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg
Recipe By: Cheryl Malik
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