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Baked Brie with Fig Jam

Creamy, melted brie cheese topped with sweet fig jam and toasted pecans, perfect for elegant entertaining and special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 wheel (8 oz) brie cheese room temperature
  • 1/3 cup fig jam high-quality
  • 1/4 cup pecans chopped and toasted
  • 2 tbsp honey
Garnish & Serving
  • 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish
  • 1 package crackers for serving
  • 1 baguette sliced, optional

Equipment

  • Small baking dish
  • Sharp knife
  • Oven
  • Serving spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow brie to come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Place brie wheel in a small, oven-safe baking dish that fits snugly around the cheese.
  3. Using a sharp knife, score the top of the brie in a crosshatch pattern, cutting about 1/4 inch deep.
  4. Spread fig jam evenly over the top of the scored brie, allowing it to seep into the cuts.
  5. Sprinkle toasted pecans over the fig jam, pressing gently to help them adhere.
  6. Drizzle with honey and add fresh thyme sprigs for garnish.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until cheese is soft and begins to ooze slightly at edges.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices.

Notes

Choose properly ripened brie that feels soft when pressed. Serve immediately while warm for best texture. Can substitute fig jam with apricot preserves or cranberry sauce for seasonal variations.