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The Ultimate Easy Baked Brie in Puff Pastry for Entertaining

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Make this impressive baked brie in puff pastry appetizer for your next gathering. It features warm, gooey brie cheese wrapped in flaky, golden puff pastry. This simple gourmet appetizer is perfect for impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8-ounce) wheel Brie cheese, cold
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons fruit preserves (fig, apricot, or raspberry recommended)
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
  • Optional topping: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional drizzle: Honey or maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. If using, lightly toast the optional chopped nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
  3. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into a square large enough to fully enclose the Brie wheel.
  4. Place the cold Brie wheel in the center of the pastry square. Spread the fruit preserves evenly over the top surface of the Brie wheel. If using nuts, sprinkle them over the preserves.
  5. Bring the edges of the puff pastry up and over the Brie, meeting in the center. Pinch the seams together firmly to seal the cheese completely inside the pastry. Trim any excess dough.
  6. Flip the pastry-wrapped Brie seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently shape it into a neat round package.
  7. Brush the entire surface of the pastry package evenly with the egg wash. This helps it brown beautifully. If desired, score the top lightly with a sharp knife in a decorative pattern, being careful not to cut all the way through to the cheese.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the baked brie in puff pastry rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring it to a serving plate.
  10. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup, if using, just before serving warm with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit.

Notes

  • Keep the Brie cold until you are ready to wrap it. Cold cheese prevents the pastry from becoming soggy before it bakes.
  • For a sweet and savory appetizer variation, use fig jam and top with prosciutto slices after baking.
  • If you prefer a different flavor, substitute the preserves with a thin layer of pesto or sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon over the top before sealing.
  • Serve immediately while the cheese is gooey. This is a great party platter idea.

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