Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Easy Baked Brie with caramelized apples and pecans. This warm, gooey appetizer is perfect for entertaining and combines sweet, savory, and nutty flavors with a creamy brie cheese base.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples and Topping
- 1 apple
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 pinch cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Cheese
- 8 oz. wheel of brie
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Apple: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Peel and chop the apple into ½-inch pieces to ensure even caramelization.
- Caramelize Apples: Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Sauté the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the apples are softened and the brown sugar has formed a sticky caramel glaze, about 10 minutes.
- Prepare Brie: Score the top of the brie wheel in a hatch pattern to allow the flavors to penetrate. Alternatively, you may remove the top rind or leave it whole if preferred. Place the brie in a small baking dish.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the caramelized apples evenly over the top of the brie. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top to add texture and a nutty flavor. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until the brie is softened and warm.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot with crackers, bread, or apple slices for dipping and spreading.
Notes
- Use a firm but sweet apple variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji for the best flavor and texture.
- You can remove the brie rind if you prefer a softer texture and more integrated flavor.
- Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or toasted almonds.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the melted, gooey texture of the baked brie.
- Pair with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh fruit slices to complement the sweet and savory profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
