Baked Brie with Jam
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4.6
Baked Brie with Jam
Description
This recipe involves scoring the surface of the Brie to allow flavors to penetrate, then layering it with your choice of jam and pecans combined with maple syrup. Baking at 350°F gently melts the cheese and lightly toasts the pecans, creating a contrast of creamy cheese and crunchy nuts. The final touch of fresh thyme leaves enhances the aroma and taste.
The dish is best served immediately while the Brie remains warm and soft, accompanying crackers or slices of toasted bread for spreading. It pairs well with various jams such as marionberry, strawberry, blueberry, apricot, or raspberry, adapting to personal preference.
Alternative nuts like walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or sliced almonds can substitute pecans without losing texture or flavor balance. Including fresh thyme is optional but provides a subtle herbal note that complements the sweetness and richness.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Brie cheese
- ⅓ cup jam flavor of choice
- ¼ cup pecans chopped
- 1 ½ teaspoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon thyme optional, fresh leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Place your wheel of brie on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Cut a criss-cross pattern about ½ inch deep in the brie, then top with jam and set aside.
- Toss the pecans and maple syrup in a small bowl until the pecans are coated. Sprinkle over the jam-covered brie.
- Bake for 13-14 minutes, until the pecans are toasted and the brie is melted and gooey.
- Carefully transfer the brie to a serving dish, then sprinkle with fresh thyme. Serve immediately with crackers or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- Any jam flavor such as marionberry, strawberry, blueberry, apricot, or raspberry works well for this dish.
- Walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or sliced almonds can replace pecans as the nut topping.
- Fresh thyme is optional but adds a mild herbal aroma and flavor that pairs with the cheese and nuts.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 211 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 211kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 244mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.6
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