Description
This Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Pistachios is a warm, gooey appetizer perfect for fall or winter gatherings. Creamy, melted brie is topped with a sweet and nutty fig jam mixture, enhanced by the crunch of pistachios and fragrant fresh thyme for an irresistible starter that pairs wonderfully with crackers or crostini.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8-ounce wheel of brie
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup chopped dried figs
- 1/4 cup roasted and salted pistachios, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon brandy (optional)
- Pinch of salt
To Serve
- Crackers or crostini
- Optional: extra thyme and black pepper for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it is hot enough for baking the brie evenly and melting it perfectly.
- Prepare Brie: Place the wheel of brie on an oven-safe serving dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set the brie on it, ready for topping.
- Make Topping Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the fig jam, chopped dried figs, chopped pistachios, fresh thyme, brandy (if using), and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to blend all flavors together.
- Top Brie: Spoon the jam and nut mixture evenly over the brie wheel, covering the top completely to create a flavorful crust once baked.
- Bake: Place the brie in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes or until the brie is melted and the topping is hot and slightly bubbling.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the baked brie from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to set slightly. Transfer to a serving dish if necessary, then garnish with extra thyme and a sprinkle of black pepper if desired. Serve warm with crackers or crostini.
Notes
- This appetizer is excellent for fall and winter get-togethers due to its warm, comforting flavors.
- Use quality fig jam and fresh herbs for the best flavor experience.
- If you prefer, omit the brandy to keep it alcohol-free.
- Serve immediately for best results since the cheese is ooey and gooey when warm.
- Leftovers can be gently reheated but are best fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
