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The Easiest, Most Elegant Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Fig Jam

A close-up of baked brie in puff pastry, oozing melted cheese topped with honey glaze and chopped pecans.
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Make this show-stopping baked brie in puff pastry for your next gathering. It is an easy appetizer featuring warm, gooey brie cheese wrapped in flaky pastry, perfect for holidays or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8-ounce) wheel Brie cheese, rind intact
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1/4 cup fig jam
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional topping)
  • Honey for drizzling (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. If the puff pastry sheet is thick, lightly roll it out on a lightly floured surface until it is about 10 inches square.
  3. Place the Brie wheel in the center of the puff pastry.
  4. Spread the fig jam evenly over the top rind of the Brie wheel.
  5. Fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the Brie, meeting in the center. Trim any excess pastry, leaving just enough to seal the edges completely. Pinch the seams firmly to seal the pastry around the cheese.
  6. Flip the wrapped Brie seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush the entire surface of the pastry package with the egg wash. If desired, score the top lightly with a sharp knife in a decorative pattern, being careful not to cut all the way through to the cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  9. Remove from the oven. Let the baked brie in puff pastry rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring it to a serving plate.
  10. If using, sprinkle with chopped pecans and drizzle with honey immediately before serving. Serve warm with crackers or baguette slices.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, chill the wrapped brie for 15 minutes before baking.
  • If you prefer a different flavor, substitute the fig jam with raspberry preserves or apricot jam.
  • This appetizer is best served immediately while the cheese is fully melted and gooey.

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