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Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Fresh Fig Jam Recipe

Creamy, melted savory brie cheese smothered in sweet fig jam and wrapped in crumbly, crisp puff pastry. An easy appetizer, dessert or cheese snack!

4.5 from 148 votes
80 mins
Total Time
4
servings
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Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Fresh Fig Jam

How to Make the Best Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Fresh Fig Jam

This elegant puff pastry baked Brie with fresh fig jam is the perfect appetizer that tastes far more impressive than it actually is to make. The combination of creamy, melted Brie cheese with sweet homemade fig jam creates a luxurious flavor profile that’s both savory and sweet. Wrapped in golden, crispy puff pastry, it’s sure to be a showstopper at your next gathering.

What makes this recipe so appealing is its versatility. Serve it as an appetizer before dinner, enjoy it as a decadent dessert, or simply snack on it with crackers and cheese. The fresh fig jam can be made ahead of time, making this recipe perfect for entertaining when you need to prepare components in advance.

The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity—just a few quality ingredients transformed into something restaurant-worthy. The pastry bakes until golden and flaky while the Brie softens to a creamy consistency, and the fig jam adds bursts of natural sweetness throughout every bite.

Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Fresh Fig Jam

Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Fresh Fig Jam

Creamy, melted savory brie cheese smothered in sweet fig jam and wrapped in crumbly, crisp puff pastry. An easy appetizer, dessert or cheese snack!

4.5 from 148 votes
CourseAppetizer
CuisineAmerican
Keywordcheesy brie appetizers, puff pastry brie, stuffed brie
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time60 mins
Total Time80 mins
Servings4 servings
Calories725kcal
AuthorAlex Raeburn
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Ingredients

Fresh Fig Jam

Puff Pastry Baked Brie

Instructions

Fresh Fig Jam

  1. Combine fresh figs, sugar (divided), lemon juice, and balsamic vinegar in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until figs break down and mixture thickens.
  3. Cook until jam reaches desired consistency.

Puff Pastry Baked Brie

  1. Preheat oven to the temperature specified on your puff pastry package.
  2. Place puff pastry sheet on a baking surface and spread fig jam in the center.
  3. Place the wheel of Brie cheese on top of the jam.
  4. Wrap the puff pastry around the Brie, sealing edges with a touch of water if needed.
  5. Dot the top with unsalted butter.
  6. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving with crackers or bread.
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