Save to Pinterest A show-stopping baked cheese wheel featuring creamy Brie, sweet fig jam, and a golden pastry crust&mdashperfect for entertaining or an elegant appetizer.
This recipe is a favorite for gatherings because it always impresses guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Brie cheese: 1 wheel (about 8 oz / 225 g)
- Egg: 1, 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.
- Prepare pastry:
- Place the puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet. Set the Brie wheel in the center.
- Add fig jam:
- Spread the fig jam evenly over the top of the Brie.
- Add garnish:
- If using, sprinkle chopped nuts and thyme over the jam.
- Enclose cheese:
- Fold the pastry up and over the cheese pleating as needed to fully enclose it. Pinch the seams to seal.
- Apply 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 to Pinterest My family loves to gather around and enjoy this treat especially during the holidays with warm drinks.
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 to Pinterest Serve immediately after resting and enjoy a perfect blend of creamy and sweet flavors.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of cheese is used?
A wheel of creamy Brie cheese provides a soft and buttery center.
- → Can I use different jam flavors?
Yes, apricot, raspberry, or cranberry preserves can be used instead of fig jam for variety.
- → How do I achieve a golden pastry crust?
Brushing the pastry with beaten egg before baking ensures a glossy and golden finish.
- → Are nuts required for the topping?
Nuts add crunch and flavor but are optional; you can omit them for a nut-free version.
- → What is the best way to serve this dish?
Serve warm alongside crackers or sliced baguette to complement the creamy cheese and sweet jam.