This is a perfect holiday appetizer along with Bacon Wrapped Dates, Easy Bruschetta, and Caprese Kabobs.
We Love This fancy BrIe!
Brie just sounds fancy, and when you put that together with “puff pastry” you have a delicious, swank recipe! This easy baked brie appetizer not only sounds and looks fancy, but it tastes divine!! Here’s why we love this baked brie in puff pastry!
It’s impressive. WOW your guests at your holiday parties (we especially love it for Thanksgiving and Christmas)! Sweet, Savory + Easy to make. It’s SO easy to make and has the perfect flavors of sweet and savory we all love. Versatile. Switching up the jam flavor, make mini versions, or add a simple honey drizzle on top – the possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
puff pastry sheet – Thaw a frozen sheet or use a favorite puff pastry recipe. brie cheese – The rind on a wheel of brie is edible and does not need to be removed. toasted almonds – Or use chopped pecans, walnuts, or macadamia. apricot preserves – Or a favorite preserve such as raspberry jam, fig jam, or our Jalapeno Jelly. Or replace the jelly with Cranberry Sauce, Basil Pesto, or sun-dried tomatoes. egg whites – Adds a shiny, crisp, and more professional appearance.
How to make Baked Brie Puff Pastry
Serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, apple slices or pears.
Make them Mini
This puff pastry baked brie can be used to make mini brie pastries perfect for individual serving.
Storing Info
Make ahead of time to be baked before serving. Prepare the brie according to the recipe, but do not bake it. Instead, wrap the brie with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for 24 hours. Bake according to the recipe. FREEZE. Wrap it again with foil. Freeze for up to one month. To bake from frozen: remove the foil and plastic. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 45-50 minutes or until hot throughout and the pastry is golden brown. STORE leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat it in a 200°F oven until the cheese is warm.
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