Baked Brie with Apricot Preserves (Print Version)

Warm Brie topped with apricot preserves and walnuts, perfect for an elegant appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 1 wheel (8 oz) Brie cheese

→ Toppings

02 - 1/3 cup apricot preserves
03 - 1/3 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Garnish

04 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or chopped parsley

→ To Serve

05 - Assorted crackers or sliced baguette

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Place the Brie wheel on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a small ovenproof dish.
03 - Spread the apricot preserves evenly over the top of the Brie.
04 - Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the preserves.
05 - Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the Brie is soft and just beginning to ooze but not collapsed.
06 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
07 - Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley, if using. Serve warm with crackers or baguette slices.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks impressive but takes literally five minutes of hands on time
  • The combination of creamy, sweet, and crunchy is basically perfect
  • It stays warm for ages so you can actually enjoy your own party
02 -
  • If the Brie collapses completely, you've gone too long but it's still absolutely delicious, just messier
  • Thicker crusts on some Brie wheels won't soften much in the oven, so guests can eat around them
  • This reheats surprisingly well at 300°F for about 8 minutes if you have leftovers, which you probably wont
03 -
  • Use a small offset spatula to spread the preserves, it keeps everything neat and tidy
  • If you're worried about the rind, slice it off the top half before baking for easier dipping

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