PrintClassic Baked Brie Wrapped in Puff Pastry with Fig Jam and Pecans
You can create an elegant, crowd-pleasing appetizer with this foolproof baked brie wrapped in flaky puff pastry, topped with sweet fig jam and crunchy pecans. This recipe delivers a warm, oozy cheese centerpiece perfect for holiday gatherings or any party.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 50 min
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (13.2 ounce) wheel of brie cheese, cold
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- If your puff pastry sheet is thick, gently roll it out slightly larger than needed to fully enclose the brie wheel.
- Place the cold brie wheel in the center of the puff pastry sheet.
- Spoon the fig jam evenly over the top surface of the brie wheel. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the jam.
- Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry up and over the brie wheel, sealing the seams tightly at the top to fully encase the cheese. Trim any excess pastry.
- Place the wrapped brie, seam-side down, onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the entire surface of the puff pastry with the beaten egg wash. This helps it brown nicely.
- For a foolproof method that prevents a soggy bottom, place the wrapped brie in the freezer for 10 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the cheese inside is soft and melted.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or fruit for dipping.
Notes
- If you skip the puff pastry, bake the brie directly on parchment paper at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 15 minutes until soft.
- For a savory baked brie idea, substitute the fig jam with garlic butter and fresh rosemary.
- This warm cheese dip alternative pairs well with crisp apple slices or prosciutto-wrapped breadsticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of wheel
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 60