Description
This easy baked brie is a showstopping fall party appetizer featuring creamy brie, gooey salted caramel, and crunchy toasted pecans. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) wheel of brie cheese
- 1/2 cup pecan halves (toasted)
- 1/3 cup caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for toasting pecans)
- 1 sheet puff pastry (optional, thawed if using)
- Crackers, apple slices, or crostini (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add pecan halves and toast, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
- If using puff pastry, wrap the thawed sheet around the brie wheel, trimming excess and sealing edges. Place brie (wrapped or unwrapped) on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Optionally, brush pastry with beaten egg for shine.
- Bake brie for 15-18 minutes (unwrapped) or 20-25 minutes (with puff pastry), until cheese is soft and pastry is golden brown.
- While brie bakes, gently heat caramel sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth and pourable.
- Once brie is baked, transfer to a serving platter. Pour warm caramel sauce over the top, scatter toasted pecans, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Let brie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with crackers, apple slices, or crostini.
Notes
Always toast pecans for best flavor. If using puff pastry, seal edges tightly to prevent leaks. Serve brie warm for optimal gooeyness. For gluten-free, skip puff pastry and serve with gluten-free crackers or fruit. Caramel can be homemade or store-bought; keep warm for easy pouring. Let brie cool briefly before slicing to avoid a cheese avalanche.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 wheel of brie with toppings
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
Keywords: baked brie, caramel pecans, fall appetizer, party food, easy dessert, holiday recipe, cheese board, autumn entertaining