Baked Brie
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Wow your guests with this simple baked brie recipe, featuring warm, gooey cheese topped with sweet fig jam, crunchy pecans, and rosemary—it’s the perfect easy and elegant appetizer for any occasion!
Whenever I’m hosting and need a “wow” appetizer that’s easy to pull off, especially during the busy holiday season, baked brie is my top pick. Effort-wise, it’s just a step up from putting out a wedge of brie—and the warm, cheesy goodness is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The best part is that it takes just 10 minutes to prep, and you can slide it into the oven right as your guests arrive.
A handy tip: scoring the top of the Brie rind makes the appetizer more inviting to dive into and prevents anyone from getting large chunks of rind in their portion. While the rind is completely edible, many folks prefer to leave it behind, and scoring makes it simple to do so. This baked brie is an easy alternative to my classic brie wrapped in puff pastry.
“The rosemary and pecans absolutely made this recipe. I have made many a baked brie, this was to die for.”
What You’ll Need To Make Baked Brie
- Brie cheese: You’ll need a large, wheel of brie—both 12-oz and 16-oz sizes work nicely. You can find brie in the gourmet cheese section of most supermarkets.
- Fig jam: Adds a sweet, fruity layer that pairs beautifully with the rich, creamy brie; you can usually find it in the gourmet cheese section of the supermarket. Feel free to swap out apricot or raspberry jam. Cranberry sauce or cranberry chutney would also be delicious.
- Fresh rosemary: Finely chopped to add an earthy, aromatic note that complements the sweetness of the jam and the creaminess of the brie.
- Chopped pecans: Sprinkled on top for a bit of crunch
- Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Score the brie. Grab a serrated knife and make a series of shallow cuts across the top rind, about ½ inch apart. Don’t cut into the cheese itself—just the rind. Then turn the wheel and do the same thing in the opposite direction so you end up with a crosshatch pattern.
Step 2: Top it off. Set the scored brie in a small cast iron skillet or any oven-safe dish you’d like to serve it in. Spread most of the jam over the top, then spoon the rest around the edges. Finish with a sprinkle of rosemary and pecans on top.
Step 3: Bake and serve. Pop the brie into the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is soft and just starting to ooze. Serve it warm with crackers or slices of baguette, plus some fresh fruit on the side—apples, pears, and grapes are all great choices.
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Easy Baked Brie
Ingredients
- 1 large round brie (12 to 16 oz/340 to 454 g)
- ⅓ cup homemade or store-bought fig jam (see note)
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- Crackers, sliced baguette, or apple slices, for serving (I recommend Toasteds Rosemary & Olive Oil Crackers)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and set an oven rack in the middle position.
- Score the brie: Using a serrated knife, make parallel cuts across the top rind, spacing them about ½ inch (13 mm) apart, and cutting just through rind but not through the cheese. Then, turn the brie 90 degrees and score perpendicular to your initial set of cuts, keeping the same ½ inch (13 mm) spacing. This process creates a crosshatch pattern on the top of the cheese. Be mindful of the depth of your cuts—the aim is to penetrate just the rind, as cutting too deeply could cause the brie to lose its shape and structure during baking.
- Place the scored brie in a small cast iron skillet or oven-safe serving dish. Spread two-thirds of the jam over the brie and dollop the remaining jam in the skillet/baking dish around the sides of the brie. Sprinkle the rosemary and pecans over top.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is soft and just starting to ooze out. Serve with crackers, baguette, or sliced apples or pears. When serving, it's important to remember that the skillet/baking dish will be hot. Place it on a heat-resistant surface and make sure to warn your guests about the heat.
Notes
- Fig jam can usually be found in the gourmet cheese section of most supermarkets.
- Nutritional data does not include crackers, bread, or sliced fruit.
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Nutrition Information
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Can I use another jam like raspberry for this,
Sure!
This a a hit! So delicious and rich. Best of all, very easy to make. I would definitely make this again.
The flavor combination of this baked Brie is fantastic. Easy to put together and very attractive when served. Currently enjoying it for a Christmas brunch