Perfect Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Toasted Walnuts
A quick and easy party appetizer featuring a creamy Brie wheel baked with sweet fig jam and crunchy toasted walnuts, perfect for last-minute gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) Brie cheese wheel, whole with rind on
- 3–4 tablespoons fig jam
- 1/3 cup (about 35 g) walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
- A few sprigs fresh thyme (optional)
- Crackers or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and roughly chop once cooled.
- Place the whole Brie wheel in an oven-safe baking dish or small cast iron skillet. Optionally, score a shallow X on top of the cheese rind.
- Spoon the fig jam evenly over the surface of the Brie. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts on top. Scatter fresh thyme leaves if using.
- Place the baking dish on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the Brie is soft to the touch and just beginning to ooze but still holds its shape.
- Remove from the oven carefully. Drizzle honey over the top if desired. Let sit for 2-3 minutes to settle.
- Serve immediately with crackers or sliced baguette while warm and gooey.
Notes
Toast walnuts on stovetop for better flavor control. Watch Brie closely while baking to avoid over-melting. Let Brie rest a few minutes after baking for easier serving. For dairy-free or gluten-free options, use plant-based Brie and gluten-free crackers or apple slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 2 oz (56 g) pe
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 19
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 7.5
Keywords: baked brie, fig jam, toasted walnuts, party appetizer, easy appetizer, cheese appetizer, holiday appetizer