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Simple Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Pecans Recipe

Baked Brie with Fig Jam and Pecans is an easy, elegant appetizer made with creamy brie cheese, sweet fig jam, and crunchy toasted pecans. This crowd-pleasing baked brie recipe is perfect for holidays, parties, or cozy gatherings and comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 –8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 wheel brie cheese 8–10 ounces
  • 1/4 cup fig jam
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves optional
  • Crackers sliced baguette, apple slices, or grapes, for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place brie in a small oven-safe dish or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Lightly score the top rind of the brie in a crisscross pattern.
  3. Spread fig jam evenly over the top of the brie.
  4. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the jam and drizzle with honey, if using.
  5. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the brie is soft and gooey in the center.
  6. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with thyme if desired, and serve warm with crackers or fruit.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the pecans before using. This baked brie can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead and baked just before serving.