Description

This Warm Baked Brie with Figs and Pecans is a decadent and elegant appetizer featuring a creamy triple cream brie wheel baked until soft and oozy. Topped with sweet fig jam, fresh figs, honey, fragrant herbs, and crunchy pecans, it’s a perfect combination of textures and flavors. Serve it warm alongside crackers or toasted baguette slices for a sophisticated starter or party snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese

1 (8 oz) wheel triple cream brie

Fruit and Sweeteners

1 tablespoon fig jam
1 tablespoon honey
¾ cup chopped fresh figs

Herbs and Nuts

2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves removed
1 sprig fresh rosemary, chopped
¼ cup chopped pecans
Pinch of Kosher sea salt

Serving

Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the optimal temperature for baking the brie evenly.
Prepare the brie: Place the wheel of brie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Spread fig jam: Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of fig jam over the top surface of the brie wheel, adding sweetness and depth to the flavor.
Add fresh figs and honey: Scatter the chopped fresh figs on top of the jam and then drizzle with 1 tablespoon of honey to enhance the fruity sweetness.
Season with herbs and salt: Sprinkle the chopped rosemary and thyme leaves over the top, followed by a pinch of Kosher sea salt to balance the sweetness and add aroma.
Bake the brie: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the brie is soft and slightly oozing, indicating it’s perfectly melted inside.
Add pecans: Remove the brie from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top for a crunchy texture contrast.
Serve warm: Serve the baked brie warm with crackers or toasted baguette slices for dipping and spreading the gooey cheese and toppings.

Notes

Use fresh figs when in season for the best flavor and texture; dried figs can be substituted but may alter the moisture balance.
To easily chop fresh thyme leaves, hold the sprigs by the stem and strip leaves downward with your fingers.
For added flavor, you can toast the pecans lightly before sprinkling them on top.
Serve immediately to enjoy the melted, creamy texture of the baked brie.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently, but the texture may change slightly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Keywords: baked brie, fig and pecan appetizer, warm cheese appetizer, holiday appetizer, party snack, triple cream brie