Save A show-stopping baked cheese wheel featuring creamy Brie, sweet fig jam, and a golden pastry crust—perfect for entertaining or an elegant appetizer.
This recipe always impresses my guests and is surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
- Brie cheese: 1 wheel (about 8 oz / 225 g)
- Egg, beaten: for egg wash
- Fig jam: 3 tbsp
- Puff pastry: 1 sheet, thawed if frozen
- Chopped toasted walnuts or pecans (optional): 2 tbsp
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional): 1 tsp
- Crackers or sliced baguette: for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange pastry and Brie:
- Place the puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet. Set the Brie wheel in the center.
- Spread jam:
- Spread the fig jam evenly over the top of the Brie.
- Add garnish:
- If using, sprinkle chopped nuts and thyme over the jam.
- Wrap pastry:
- Fold the pastry up and over the cheese, pleating as needed to fully enclose it. Pinch the seams to seal.
- Brush egg wash:
- Brush the outside of the pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
- Rest and serve:
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Transfer to a serving platter and accompany with crackers or sliced baguette.
Save This appetizer always brings my family together before dinner with smiles and compliments.
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
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (Brie) Egg Wheat (puff pastry) Tree nuts (if using walnuts or pecans) Check puff pastry and preserves for possible allergen cross-contamination
Save This baked Brie makes an exquisite starter that’s both simple and impressive every time.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheese works best for this dish?
A soft, creamy Brie wheel is ideal as it melts beautifully and complements the sweetness of fig jam.
- → Can I substitute fig jam with other preserves?
Yes, apricot, raspberry, or cranberry preserves work well, adding different fruity notes to the dish.
- → How should I serve this dish?
Let it rest after baking, then serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette to enjoy the melted cheese.
- → Are nuts necessary in this preparation?
Nuts like toasted walnuts or pecans are optional, adding crunch and depth of flavor but can be omitted for nut-free versions.
- → What’s the best way to achieve a golden pastry crust?
Brushing the puff pastry with beaten egg before baking ensures a glossy, golden finish.