Description

A simple, impressive, and gooey holiday appetizer featuring a wheel of brie topped with sweet fig jam, savory garlic, and crunchy pistachios. It requires minimal prep time and offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

1 wheel of Brie (10 oz / 280g, rind-on)
½ cup Fig Jam (120g)
¼ cup Pistachios (30g, chopped)
2–3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary or Thyme
2 cloves Garlic (minced)
Crackers or Baguette slices for serving
Optional: Honey drizzle, sea salt flakes, red pepper flakes

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small baking dish (like a 7-inch pie dish) with parchment paper.
Remove the brie from packaging and pat dry with a paper towel. If cold, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Using a paring knife, gently score the top rind of the brie in a crosshatch pattern, cutting about ¼ inch deep without cutting through.
Spread the fig jam evenly over the top of the brie, allowing it to seep into the cuts. If the jam is thick, warm it slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds.
Sprinkle minced garlic, chopped pistachios, and rosemary leaves over the jam. Press them gently to adhere.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is soft to the touch and the jam is bubbling.
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to set slightly.
Garnish with a fresh sprig of rosemary and optional honey drizzle. Serve immediately with crackers or baguette.

Notes

Ensure the brie is at room temperature before baking for even cooking. Do not overbake, or the cheese may become oily. Letting the brie rest for 5 minutes after baking is crucial to prevent it from being too runny. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes. For a nut-free version, omit pistachios or substitute with seeds.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of
Calories: 220
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 350
Fat: 16
Saturated Fat: 10
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 1
Protein: 8

Keywords: baked brie, fig jam, holiday appetizer, easy party food, cheese board, gluten-free option, vegan option