Best Baked Brie with Honey, Fig and Pistachio
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with the Best Baked Brie with Honey, Fig, and Pistachio. This easy yet elegant appetizer combines creamy brie cheese and sweet cranberry sauce, topped with fresh thyme and crunchy pistachios for a delightful contrast. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also guarantees to impress your guests. Pair it with toasted bread or fresh fruit for a luxurious experience that’s sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 round rustic bread loaf
- 1 wheel brie cheese (approx. 12 ounces, top rind removed)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce with whole berries
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Honey
- Chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the rustic bread into thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake the bread for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Place the brie on a parchment-lined baking dish. Spread cranberry sauce over the top and sprinkle with thyme.
- Bake the brie for 15-20 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle chopped pistachios before serving warm with crispy bread slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of baked brie (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg