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Baked Brie with Jam (Easy Holiday Appetizer)

Baked brie with jam is the ultimate easy holiday appetizer—creamy, gooey cheese topped with maple syrup, pecans and cranberry, cherry or jam of your choice. Perfect for Christmas parties, Thanksgiving gatherings, and New Year’s Eve, this simple baked brie recipe comes together in minutes and always impresses. Save this easy party snack to your holiday appetizer board for a crowd-pleasing, make-ahead entertaining idea.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 186 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 8 oz round Brie cheese
  • 2 tbsp pecan halves
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp jam of choice
  • 1 rosemary sprig, (optional) but gives an aromatic herbal note that pairs perfectly with cheese and jam.

Instructions
 

Preheat the oven.

  • Set your oven to 350°F (175–180°C). Lining your baking dish with parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy.

Prep the brie.

  • If possible, let the brie sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before baking. This helps it melt evenly. With a sharp knife, lightly score the top of the rind in a crisscross pattern—this allows flavors to soak in but keeps the cheese intact.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons of jam over the top.
  • Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  • Drizzle lightly with maple syrup.
  • Add a pinch of finely chopped rosemary for an extra hint of flavor.

Bake to perfection.

  • Transfer the cheese to your prepared baking dish and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the center feels soft to the touch when pressed gently through the rind. You want it gooey, not bursting.

Let it rest.

  • Remove from the oven and allow it to sit for 3–5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter. This short rest gives the cheese time to firm slightly, so it doesn’t immediately ooze everywhere.

Serve warm.

  • Pair with your favorite accompaniments such as crackers, baguette slices, apple or pear wedges, and extra jam on the side.

Notes

Tips  & Tricks:

To ensure your baked brie turns out perfectly melty and not messy:
  • Don’t overbake. Overheating can cause the cheese to leak. Stop baking when it feels soft but still holds its shape.
  • Use parchment paper. This prevents any cheese from sticking to your baking dish.
  • Cool slightly before serving. A few minutes of rest prevents it from spilling too quickly once cut.
  • Trim the rind (optional). Some prefer removing the top rind before baking for easier dipping or spreading. However, leaving it intact keeps the structure.
  • Make it ahead. Assemble the brie with toppings and refrigerate (covered) for up to 24 hours, then bake it right before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 241mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 231IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword easy holiday appetizer recipe
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