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Perfect Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Candied Walnuts

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring creamy baked brie topped with sweet fig jam and crunchy candied walnuts, optionally wrapped in flaky puff pastry for a fancy touch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 small wheel brie cheese (about 8 ounces / 225 grams)
  • 1/4 cup fig jam (60 ml)
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped (60 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (25 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (14 grams)
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (optional, thawed)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Candy the walnuts: Heat butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add chopped walnuts and sugar. Stir constantly for 3 to 5 minutes until sugar melts and coats the nuts in a shiny glaze. Remove from heat and spread on parchment to cool.
  3. Prepare the brie: If using puff pastry, roll it out slightly on a floured surface. Place the brie wheel in the center. Spread fig jam evenly on top, then sprinkle with cooled candied walnuts. Add thyme and black pepper if using.
  4. Wrap the brie: Fold puff pastry over the brie, sealing edges by pinching or trimming excess dough. Optionally brush with beaten egg for a golden crust. If not using pastry, place fig jam and walnuts on top of brie and bake as is.
  5. Bake: Place wrapped brie on baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until pastry is golden and puffed, or if baking without pastry, bake until brie is soft and melty.
  6. Rest and serve: Let baked brie sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh fruit.

Notes

Candying the walnuts yourself adds fresh crunch and rich flavor. Use room temperature brie for even melting. Watch oven closely to avoid overcooking. If puff pastry edges brown too fast, tent with foil halfway through baking. Let brie rest 5 minutes before serving for easier slicing.

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