Description
This Easy Baked Brie with Apples recipe features a warm, creamy wheel of brie topped with caramelized apples and crunchy chopped pecans, baked to perfection for an irresistible appetizer or snack that’s perfect for gatherings and cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Topping
- 1 apple
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 pinch cinnamon
Main
- 8 oz. wheel of brie
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350ºF to prepare for baking the brie.
- Prepare apples: Peel and chop the apple into ½-inch pieces for even cooking.
- Caramelize apples: Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Sauté for about 10 minutes until the apples soften and the sugar turns into a sticky caramel.
- Score brie: Score the top of the brie wheel with a hatch pattern or optionally remove the top rind layer to help the flavors meld.
- Assemble: Place the brie in a small baking dish, pour the caramelized apples over the top, and sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until the brie is warm and melty.
- Serve: Serve hot with crackers, bread, or apple slices for dipping and enjoying the cheese pull.
Notes
- Use a firm apple variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture when caramelizing.
- You can remove the brie rind on top for a creamier topping or leave it intact for a more traditional presentation.
- Swap pecans with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the cheese melted and gooey.
- Pair with a light white wine or sparkling beverage to complement the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
