Can I prepare Baked Brie in advance?

You can assemble the toppings in advance, but the baking should be done right before serving. However, you can bake it, let it cool, and then reheat it just before guests arrive.

Do I eat the white rind?

Yes, absolutely! The rind on Brie is a "bloomy rind" made of harmless white mold (Penicillium camemberti). It is completely edible and has an earthy mushroom-like flavor that complements the creamy interior.

What if I don't have an oven? Can I microwave it?

Yes, in a pinch. Place the Brie on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds. It won't have the same roasted flavor, but it will be melted and delicious.

My figs are not very sweet. What can I do?

If your fresh figs are a bit bland, toss them in a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar and honey before placing them on the cheese. This amplifies their flavor.

Can I use Camembert instead of Brie?

Yes. Camembert and Brie are very similar. Camembert tends to have a slightly stronger, earthier flavor, which pairs wonderfully with the sweetness of honey and figs.

Baked Brie with Figs and Honey: The Best 15-Minute Appetizer

Name: Baked Brie with Figs and Honey
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 wheel (8oz) Brie cheese; 4 Fresh Figs, quartered; 1/4 cup Honey; 1/4 cup Walnuts, chopped; 3 sprigs Fresh Thyme

Baked Brie with Figs and Honey: The Ultimate 15-Minute Elegant Appetizer

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This Baked Brie with Figs and Honey is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 15 minutes, it combines creamy melted cheese with sweet fruit and crunchy nuts for an elegant holiday appetizer.

Author: Alana
Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 12
Total Time: 17
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French Inspired
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 wheel (8oz / 250g) Brie cheese (Double or Triple Cream)

4 Fresh Figs, quartered (or dried figs)

¼ cup Honey (Wildflower preferred)

¼ cup Walnuts, roughly chopped

3 sprigs Fresh Thyme

1 French Baguette, sliced for serving

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Unwrap the Brie but leave the rind intact. Place it on the baking sheet.

3. (Optional) Gently score the top of the rind in a cross-hatch pattern.

4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the center feels soft and fluid like a water balloon.

5. While baking, toast walnuts in a dry pan for 2 minutes until fragrant.

6. Remove Brie from oven and transfer to a serving board.

7. Top immediately with figs and toasted walnuts.

8. Drizzle generously with honey and garnish with fresh thyme.

9. Serve hot with baguette slices or crackers.

Notes

Don’t overbake or the cheese might collapse.

If figs are out of season, use fig jam or sliced pears.

To reheat, place back in the oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 oz cheese
Calories: 180
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 180
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 8
Unsaturated Fat: 6
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 9
Fiber: 1
Protein: 7
Cholesterol: 45

Find it online: https://alanarecipes.com/baked-brie-with-figs-and-honey/