Description
A quick and easy baked brie appetizer featuring a wheel of creamy double cream brie topped with a sweet and fragrant maple pecan glaze, enhanced with vanilla and cinnamon. Baked to bubbly perfection and garnished with fresh rosemary or thyme, this dish is perfect for fall and winter gatherings, served warm with crackers or toasted baguette slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 250-350 g wheel of double cream brie cheese
Topping
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 2/3 cup pecan halves
Garnish
- Fresh rosemary or fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare the brie: Place the wheel of brie into the parchment-lined baking dish. Using a sharp knife, lightly score the top of the brie in a diagonal pattern to help the flavors penetrate and encourage melting.
- Make the pecan topping: In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined. Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sweet mixture.
- Assemble the topping: Spoon the pecan mixture evenly over the top of the scored brie wheel, then drizzle any remaining syrup from the bowl over the pecans and brie for extra flavor.
- Bake the brie: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the cheese begins to bubble and nearly ooze out, indicating it is perfectly melted inside.
- Finish and serve: Carefully remove the baked brie from the oven. Spoon any maple syrup sauce that has collected in the baking dish over the top of the brie and pecans. Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme for an aromatic touch. Serve warm with your favorite crackers or toasted baguette slices (crostini).
Notes
- This Maple Pecan Baked Brie is an ideal appetizer for cozy fall and winter gatherings, combining creamy cheese with sweet, nutty flavors.
- Only six main ingredients are needed, making this dish easy to prepare.
- Best enjoyed warm to fully appreciate the melted texture and sweet-savory topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 wheel (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
