By Laurel Perry
Published Dec 11, 2023
This easy Baked Brie recipe pairs the delicious soft cheese with apricot jam, thyme, pecans, and honey for a decadent appetizer that’s ready in 25 minutes. It only takes a few ingredients and a couple of simple steps to make this sweet and savory brie cheese!
Why We Love This Baked Brie Recipe
This soft, creamy, spreadable cheese is so simple to make and so incredibly delicious!
- Creamy. Brie is a cow’s milk cheese with a high butterfat content, making it super soft and spreadable.
- Sweet. Apricot jam and honey add a subtle fruity and floral sweetness to the cheese.
- Crunchy. Nutty pecans add the perfect crunch to the dish.
Variations on Baked Brie with Jam
Brie can range in flavor greatly, so feel free to experiment with different kinds to find the one you like best. Younger brie is mild in flavor, while older brie has a stronger and more pungent flavor. As it ages, the flavor becomes more complex and earthy.
Different bries may also pair well with different fruit jams, so try fig, peach, raspberry, strawberry, or sour cherry. Blueberry compote , pear butter , and apple butter also pair well.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover baked brie with jam, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave until melty (up to 2 minutes).
I do not recommend freezing this cheese, as it will turn out crumbly once thawed.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this tasty baked brie with bacon wrapped crackers , toasted slices of skillet bread , and/or slices of apple or pear for dipping. Pair it with a glass of sparkling or white wine , crockpot apple cider , or a sparkling holiday flirtini for sipping. It would be beautiful at the center of a charcuterie board if you really want to wood guests!
I always say to use your favorite! There’s no need to shell out for an ultra-fancy brie here since it will be enhanced by the jam and thyme, but any brie works.
Nope! The rind actually helps the cheese hold its shape while baking so it doesn’t all melt out. Plus, it’s edible, so you can enjoy it with the baked cheese.
I prefer to bake mine uncovered, but if you notice it is browning too much, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
Yes, it is possible to overbake it. When this happens, the cheese rehardens. Check your brie with a toothpick at around 15 minutes. If it comes out melted, it’s ready. If no cheese clings to the toothpick, it’s overbaked.
Serve this cheese at room temperature or slightly warmed to bring out the creamy texture.
If your brie is rubbery, it is likely overcooked. Overcooking the cheese can cause it to reharden and become tough.
More Baked Brie Recipes To Try
- Baked Brie Bread Bowl
- Apple Pie Baked Brie
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 12 ounce wheel of brie
- ▢ ¼ cup apricot jam
- ▢ 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- ▢ 2 tablespoons toasted pecans
- ▢ Flaky sea salt optional, for topping
- ▢ Honey optional, for drizzling
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut a square piece of parchment paper larger than your wheel of brie by 2 inches on all sides and place it in the center of a small baking sheet.
- Use a paring knife to slice a criss cross pattern on the top of the brie. 12 ounce wheel of brie
- Spoon the apricot jam over the brie. ¼ cup apricot jam
- Sprinkle on the thyme and bake for 20 minutes or until the brie is melted. 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- Transfer the brie on the parchment to your serving tray. Top with the toasted pecans, a drizzle of honey, and flaky salt. Surround with the crackers and fruit. Serve and enjoy! 2 tablespoons toasted pecans, Flaky sea salt, Honey
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Becky’s Tips
- Ripe brie has a firm exterior and a bouncy interior. Underripe brie is stiff to the touch, and overripe brie is overly runny.
- Check your brie with a toothpick at around 15 minutes. If it comes out melted, it’s ready. If no cheese clings to the toothpick, it’s overbaked.
- Once baked, you will not want to transfer the brie off the parchment paper – it is too soft.
- The brie will remain molten and gooey for about 10 minutes after baking and smear-able for another 10 minutes.
- Pop it back in the oven for 3-5 minutes to remelt if needed or place on a warming dish.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Baked Brie Step by Step
Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Cut a square piece of parchment paper larger than your wheel of brie by 2 inches on all sides and place it in the center of a small baking sheet.
Score the Brie: Use a paring knife to slice a crisscross pattern on the top of a 12-ounce wheel of brie.
Bake the Brie: Spoon ¼ cup of apricot jam over the brie. Sprinkle on 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme and bake for 20 minutes or until the brie is melted.
Top and Serve: Transfer the brie on the parchment to your serving tray. Top with 2 tablespoons of toasted pecans, a drizzle of honey, and flaky salt. Surround with the crackers and fruit. Serve and enjoy!
Baked Brie Recipe
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 12 ounce wheel of brie
- ¼ cup apricot jam
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons toasted pecans
- Flaky sea salt optional, for topping
- Honey optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut a square piece of parchment paper larger than your wheel of brie by 2 inches on all sides and place it in the center of a small baking sheet.
- Use a paring knife to slice a criss cross pattern on the top of the brie. 12 ounce wheel of brie
- Spoon the apricot jam over the brie. ¼ cup apricot jam
- Sprinkle on the thyme and bake for 20 minutes or until the brie is melted. 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
- Transfer the brie on the parchment to your serving tray. Top with the toasted pecans, a drizzle of honey, and flaky salt. Surround with the crackers and fruit. Serve and enjoy! 2 tablespoons toasted pecans, Flaky sea salt, Honey
Video
Notes
- Ripe brie has a firm exterior and a bouncy interior. Underripe brie is stiff to the touch, and overripe brie is overly runny.
- Check your brie with a toothpick at around 15 minutes. If it comes out melted, it’s ready. If no cheese clings to the toothpick, it’s overbaked.
- Once baked, you will not want to transfer the brie off the parchment paper - it is too soft.
- The brie will remain molten and gooey for about 10 minutes after baking and smear-able for another 10 minutes.
- Pop it back in the oven for 3-5 minutes to remelt if needed or place on a warming dish.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
