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Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Pistachios Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Pistachios is a deliciously creamy and sweet appetizer perfect for fall or winter gatherings. A wheel of brie is topped with a delightful mixture of fig jam, dried figs, roasted pistachios, fresh thyme, and a hint of brandy, then baked until warm and gooey. Served with crackers or crostini, it’s an easy yet impressive dish to share with friends and family.

Ingredients

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Baked Brie

  • 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

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the brie.
  2. Prepare the brie: Place the wheel of brie on an oven-safe serving dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the brie on it to catch any melting cheese.
  3. Mix the topping: In a medium bowl, combine fig jam, chopped dried figs, chopped roasted and salted pistachios, fresh thyme, brandy (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
  4. Top the brie: Spoon the fig and pistachio mixture evenly over the top of the brie wheel, covering it generously.
  5. Bake the brie: Place the brie in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the brie is warm and soft and the topping is heated through.
  6. Let it rest: Remove the baked brie from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. This helps it set slightly for easier serving.
  7. Garnish and serve: Transfer the baked brie to a serving dish if needed. Optionally, garnish with extra thyme leaves and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve warm with crackers or crostini for dipping.

Notes

  • This dish makes a fantastic fall or winter appetizer, combining creamy baked brie with sweet fig flavors and crunchy pistachios.
  • You can omit the brandy if you prefer a non-alcoholic version—all other flavors remain balanced.
  • Use toasted or raw pistachios based on preference, but roasting enhances flavor and crunch.
  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor as the baked brie will cool and harden over time.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/6 of the wheel with topping)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Find it online: https://emilyscook.com/baked-brie-with-fig-jam-and-pistachios-recipe/