Baked Brie Fig Jam Pistachios (Printer View)

Creamy Brie, fig jam, and pistachios create a warm, elegant starter, perfect for sharing with friends.

# Components:

→ Cheese

01 - 1 (8 oz) wheel Brie cheese

→ Toppings

02 - 3 tablespoons fig jam
03 - 3 tablespoons shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)

→ Serving

05 - 1 small baguette or assorted crackers, sliced

# Method steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the Brie wheel on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Spread fig jam evenly across the surface of the Brie.
04 - Scatter the chopped pistachios and thyme leaves over the jam layer.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the Brie is softened and beginning to ooze while maintaining its shape.
06 - Remove from oven and allow the Brie to rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Serve the warm Brie immediately with sliced baguette or crackers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only a handful of ingredients you can easily find at most grocery stores
  • Bakes up in under half an hour and looks absolutely stunning on a serving platter
  • Vegetarian and perfect for entertaining throughout the year
  • It is so simple but never fails to get recipe requests from friends.
02 -
  • Can be made gluten free with the right crackers or bread
  • Naturally vegetarian yet totally decadent
  • Perfect for prepping ahead and baking just before guests arrive
03 -
  • Allow the Brie to come close to room temperature before baking to ensure even melting.
  • Always use parchment paper for easy transfer and cleanup.
  • For extra sparkle add just a tiny pinch of flaky salt on top after baking.
  • If you cut into the cheese and it runs you have baked it perfectly.
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