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Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Fig Jam & Rosemary

An impressive and delicious warm appetizer featuring a wheel of Brie cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry with sweet fig jam and aromatic rosemary. It's a simple yet elegant centerpiece that is perfect for any party, requiring minimal effort for maximum impact. Serve with crackers, bread, or apple slices for the ultimate crowd-pleasing bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed according to package directions
  • 1/4 cup fig jam or apricot preserves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
  • Crackers, baguette slices, or apple slices for serving

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling pin
  • Pastry brush
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry sheet out just enough to smooth the folds. Place the Brie wheel in the center.
  3. Spread the fig jam evenly over the top of the Brie wheel, then sprinkle with chopped rosemary.
  4. Gently fold the puff pastry up and over the Brie, enclosing it completely. Trim any excess dough if needed, and press the seams to seal. You can use any extra dough to make decorative leaves if desired.
  5. Place the wrapped Brie seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the entire surface generously with the beaten egg wash.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the pastry is deeply golden brown and puffed.
  7. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set slightly.
  8. Place on a serving board and serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, or apple slices.

Notes

For best results, assemble the Brie in puff pastry up to a day ahead, wrap tightly, and refrigerate until ready to bake. Let it sit at room temperature for about an hour before baking. The resting period after baking is crucial to prevent the cheese from gushing out. You can substitute fig jam with apricot, raspberry, or honey. For a decorative touch, use extra pastry dough to make leaves or a lattice pattern on top before applying the egg wash.