Baked Brie Puff Pastry Honey Fig (Printable Format)
Creamy brie baked in flaky pastry with honey, fig, and thyme, perfect for sharing as a warm appetizer.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Main
01 -
1 wheel brie cheese (8 to 12 oz)
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1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
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1 to 2 tablespoons honey
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1 to 2 tablespoons fig preserves
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 large egg, beaten
→ Optional
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Coarse sugar, for sprinkling
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Chopped walnuts or pecans
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry into a square large enough to wrap the brie.
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Place the brie wheel in the center of the pastry and score the top with a crosshatch pattern using a small knife.
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Spread fig preserves evenly on top of the brie, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, and season lightly with black pepper. Add chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
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Fold the puff pastry up and over the brie, pressing gently to seal the edges and fully enclose the cheese.
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Brush the entire wrapped pastry surface with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if using.
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Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
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Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving alongside crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh fruit.
# Supplementary Details:
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Chill the puff pastry briefly after assembly if it becomes soft to maintain a crisp, flaky texture during baking.