Description
A luscious wheel of brie wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry, oozing with creamy cheese and sweetened with honey, then topped with crushed pistachios—this indulgent appetizer is rich, elegant, and irresistibly melty.
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 wheel of brie cheese (about 8 oz)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Place the brie wheel in the center.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the brie and sprinkle with half of the pistachios.
- Fold the puff pastry up and over the brie, pleating gently and sealing the edges.
- Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Remove from oven and drizzle remaining honey on top. Sprinkle with the rest of the chopped pistachios.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing into the warm, gooey center.
Notes
- For a sweeter version, add a spoonful of fig jam or apricot preserves under the brie before wrapping.
- Use a sharp knife to score a decorative pattern on the puff pastry before baking.
- Serve with apple slices, crackers, or crostini for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 wheel)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
