Perfect Baked Brie with Honey and Pecans
An easy and elegant baked brie appetizer featuring creamy brie cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry, topped with toasted pecans and drizzled with honey. Perfect for last-minute entertaining and guaranteed to impress guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole wheel brie cheese (8 ounces / 225 grams), preferably triple-cream
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen, about 8x8 inches / 20x20 cm)
- 2 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower recommended)
- 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toast the chopped pecans on the baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and slightly darkened. Remove and set aside.
- Unwrap the brie and gently score the rind on top in a criss-cross pattern if desired. Place the wheel in the center of the puff pastry sheet.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey evenly over the brie. Sprinkle toasted pecans, lemon zest, fresh thyme, and a pinch of salt on top.
- Fold the puff pastry up around the cheese, pinching the edges to seal. Rustic appearance is fine.
- Brush the entire pastry surface with the beaten egg to achieve a golden crust.
- Place the wrapped brie on the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Let the baked brie rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set slightly.
Notes
Do not skip the egg wash for a golden, glossy crust. Use cold puff pastry until ready to bake to prevent greasiness. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Let the baked brie rest before cutting to prevent cheese from running. If pastry browns too quickly, tent with foil. For a firmer honey topping, chill briefly before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6 of the bak
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 7
Keywords: baked brie, honey, pecans, appetizer, easy entertaining, puff pastry, cheese dish, party food