Baked Brie with Apricot Preserves (Print Version)

A warm Brie wheel topped with apricot preserves and pecans, perfect for elegant entertaining.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 (8-ounce) wheel Brie cheese

02 - 1/3 cup apricot preserves

03 - 1/4 cup pecans, roughly chopped

04 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)

06 - Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - Place the wheel of Brie on the prepared baking sheet. If desired, score the top of the Brie with a sharp knife in a crosshatch pattern.

03 - Spread the apricot preserves evenly over the top of the Brie. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and drizzle with honey if using.

04 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the Brie is soft and starting to ooze but not completely melted.

05 - Remove from the oven and let stand for 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with fresh thyme if desired.

06 - Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.

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It looks impressive but comes together in under 25 minutes with almost zero effort
The combination of warm creamy cheese sweet preserves and crunchy pecans is absolutely addictive

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I once skipped the parchment paper and spent twenty minutes scrubbing baked on cheese from my baking sheet
Toasted pecans make such a difference that I never skip that step anymore even when I am feeling rushed

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A pinch of flaky sea salt on top right before serving creates the most incredible sweet salty contrast
Leftover Brie (if you somehow have any) makes an incredible grilled cheese the next day