Baked Brie Fig Jam (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy Brie encased in golden pastry with swirled fig jam for a warm, elegant starter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese & Dairy

01 - 1 wheel Brie cheese (approximately 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 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the thawed puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet and set the Brie wheel in the center.
03 - Spread fig jam evenly over the top surface of the Brie wheel.
04 - If desired, sprinkle chopped toasted nuts and fresh thyme leaves over the jam-covered cheese.
05 - Fold the puff pastry around the Brie, pleating as needed to fully enclose it, then pinch seams firmly to seal.
06 - Brush the exterior of the pastry with beaten egg to ensure a glossy, golden crust.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
08 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a serving platter. Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Contains Milk (Brie) Egg Wheat (puff pastry) Tree nuts (if using walnuts/pecans)
  • Check puff pastry and preserves for possible allergen cross contamination
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