Description
Indulge in the Best Baked Brie with Honey, Fig, and Pistachio, a luxurious yet simple appetizer that combines the creamy delight of brie cheese with the sweet and nutty flavors of honey, figs, and pistachios. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this dish is not only visually stunning with its golden crust but also irresistibly delicious. The warm, gooey brie is an absolute crowd-pleaser, enhanced by the crunch of pistachios and the fruity touch of cranberry sauce. Serve it alongside rustic bread or crackers to elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 round rustic bread loaf
- 1 wheel brie cheese (approximately 12 ounces)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce with whole berries
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice the rustic bread loaf into thick pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cranberry sauce, fresh thyme leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Place the brie in the center of the baking sheet on top of the bread slices and spoon the cranberry mixture over it generously.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the brie is soft and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with sliced rustic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of baked brie (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg