Description
This Maple Pecan Baked Brie is the ultimate cozy appetizer — creamy, gooey brie topped with caramelized pecans and rich maple syrup. It’s sweet, savory, and incredibly easy to make in just 25 minutes. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or a simple indulgent snack, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel of Brie cheese (8–12 oz)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Pinch of salt
- Optional garnish: Fresh rosemary, sea salt flakes, or extra maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the brie on parchment paper or in an oven-safe dish.
- Toast the Pecans: In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped pecans and toast for 3–4 minutes until fragrant. Sprinkle a pinch of salt.
- Add Maple Syrup: Pour in maple syrup and simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Brie: Spoon the maple-pecan mixture over the brie. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is warm and just starting to ooze at the edges.
- Serve Warm: Garnish with rosemary or sea salt if desired. Serve immediately with crackers, toasted bread, or apple slices.
Notes
For a gourmet twist, wrap the brie in puff pastry before baking for a flaky, golden crust. To make ahead, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake just before serving. Leftovers can be stored for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 wheel with toppings
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg