Save A show-stopping baked cheese wheel featuring creamy Brie, sweet fig jam, and a golden pastry crust&mdashperfect for entertaining or an elegant appetizer.
Ingredients
- Cheese & Dairy: 1 wheel (about 8 oz / 225 g) Brie cheese
- Cheese & Dairy: 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Condiments: 3 tbsp fig jam
- Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped toasted walnuts or pecans
- Garnish (optional): 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Garnish (optional): Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Place the puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet. Set the Brie wheel in the center.
- Step 3:
- Spread the fig jam evenly over the top of the Brie.
- Step 4:
- If using, sprinkle chopped nuts and thyme over the jam.
- Step 5:
- Fold the pastry up and over the cheese, pleating as needed to fully enclose it. Pinch the seams to seal.
- Step 6:
- Brush the outside of the pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden, glossy finish.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 20&ndash25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
- Step 8:
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Transfer to a serving platter and accompany with crackers or sliced baguette.
Save Notes
Substitute fig jam with apricot raspberry or cranberry preserves for variety Add a sprinkle of salt and cracked black pepper for extra flavor For a nut free version simply omit nuts Best served warm for maximum gooeyness
Required Tools
Baking sheet Parchment paper Pastry brush Sharp knife
Nutritional Information
Calories 280 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 21 g Protein 8 g
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Your Questions Answered
- → What type of cheese is used?
A wheel of creamy Brie cheese forms the center, providing a soft, rich base for this dish.
- → Can the fig jam be substituted?
Yes, apricot, raspberry, or cranberry preserves offer delightful variations to the flavor.
- → How is the puff pastry prepared?
The thawed sheet of puff pastry fully encloses the Brie, creating a golden and flaky crust once baked.
- → Are nuts mandatory for garnish?
No, chopped toasted walnuts or pecans are optional and can be excluded for a nut-free version.
- → What is the best way to serve this dish?
Serve warm and accompany with crackers or sliced baguette to complement the creamy and sweet layers.
- → How long does it take to prepare and bake?
Preparation requires about 10 minutes, with baking around 25 minutes, totaling roughly 35 minutes.