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Transform an ordinary wheel of brie cheese into an extraordinary culinary masterpiece with this easy and elegant brie en croute recipe. Featuring a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust that gives way to gooey melted brie with bursts of sweet raspberries and crunchy pecans, this baked cheese appetizer is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

“Amazing! I made this yesterday and everyone raved and ate it so fast! I will definitely make again. I did add a little amaretto to it 0ver the filling before covering it with the dough. I want to try some of the other suggestions for fillings too!”

– Elle
Straight on photo of a baked brie en croute with raspberries.

Update: This recipe was originally published in December 2014. I’ve made updates to the article below to include more information about baking brie cheese in puff pastry. Plus, there’s now step-by-step photos and a recipe video showing you *just* how quick and easy this baked brie with jam and nuts is to make!

Hi, friends! I hope your holiday preparations are going swimmingly! Today I’m sharing the perfect cheese option to add to your holiday menu. It’s sweet and savory, ooey and gooey, buttery and flakey – honestly, it’s one for the recipe record books!

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About this recipe for brie en croute

Flakey, buttery puff pastry oozing with brie cheese, topped with sweet, glossy raspberry preserves and laced with crunchy, brown sugared pecans.

This baked brie with jam is sweet, savory and most definitely decadent. The site of the rich, melted brie cheese slowly seeping from the golden brown puff pastry is enough to make any cheese lover all giddy and jolly inside!!

Plus, this warm baked brie is easily customizable. While I like to use raspberry preserves or jam and pecans, you can substitute any jam, jelly, or preserve and nut variety you love! And, if you don’t like brie cheese, you can absolutely use camembert instead. Honestly, you really can’t go wrong with whatever combination of cheese, jam and nuts you choose to use to use in the puff pastry wrapped brie cheese.

But, on top of this Brie en Croute being absolutely delicious and completely customizable, it’s also a cinch to prepare! And, did I mention it can also be made in advance?!

This beautiful brie appetizer is the perfect way to get your holiday party started!

If you’re looking for more holiday appetizers, check out these favorites next: Goat Cheese Phyllo Cups, Roasted Spiced Nuts, Candied Walnut Recipe, How To Make Gravlax, Crab Deviled Eggs, and White Trash Chex Mix.

What is brie en croute?

“En croute”, pronounced on-kroot, is a French culinary phrase meaning in a pastry crust.

Brie en croute is a dish made of a wheel of soft brie cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

While baked brie wrapped in a puff pastry sheet will always includes the brie cheese, the cheese parcel can also include various toppings such as nuts, caramelized onions, cured meats, sautéed mushrooms, jams, spreads or sauces, and/or dried fruit.

Angled photo of a wheel of brie cheese wrapped in puff pastry being brushed with an egg wash prior to baking.

FAQs: frequently asked questions

You’ve got questions? I’ve got answers! If you have a question you don’t see listed below, please drop them in the comments section. I’m happy to help when I can! 

What does baked brie taste like?

Baked brie is very mild and delicate in flavor, with a creamy, buttery, and slightly nutty taste. While the rind on a wheel of brie cheese is edible, you can easily remove it with a sharp serrated knife if you find the appearance, taste, or texture unappetizing.

What wine pairs best with brie en croute recipes?

Brie cheese is a mild, soft ripened cheese. Since it is creamy in texture, baked brie pairs best with a fruity or bright, acidic wine.

Best wine pairings for baked brie:

  • Creamy, acidic Chardonnay
  • Effervescent Champagne or a Chardonnay-based Sparkling Wine
  • Dry Rosé
  • Acidic Sauvignon Blanc
  • Dry Riesling
  • Fruity Pinot Noir
  • Light-bodied Beaujolais

What jam goes well with brie cheese?

This brie in puff pastry recipe utilizes raspberry jam, however you can easily substitute a different flavor of jam, preserves or jelly to suit your tastes! Below are all the different flavors that pair well with brie cheese and puff pastry:

  • Raspberry Jam (pictured)
  • Apples Jam
  • Cherry Preserves
  • Fig Jam
  • Apricots Jam
  • Red Currant Jelly
  • Strawberry Jam
  • Peach Jam
  • Pears Jam
  • Cranberry Jelly
  • Jalapeno Jelly
  • Green Tomato Jam

Can you prepare baked brie with puff pastry and jam ahead of time?

Baked brie en croute can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for a day before baking.

To prepare baked brie ahead of time, wrap the wheel of brie in puff pastry and keep refrigerated. When ready to use, brush the pastry with egg mixture and bake according to the recipe instructions.

How to keep baked brie in puff pastry warm?

Baked brie en croute is best when you slice and serve it warm. To keep baked brie warm, tent the brie loosely with aluminum foil. If necessary, you can re-warm the baked cheese in the oven for a few minutes.

Is baked brie en croute keto and gluten free?

Brie cheese is perfectly fine to eat on the keto diet! However, you will need to slightly alter the recipe to make this brie en croute keto-friendly and gluten-free.

To make brie en croute keto-friendly and gluten-free: 

  • Substitute a gluten-free pastry or pie crust for regular puff pastry.
  • Make sure you use a gluten-free flour alternative for dusting your work surface when rolling out the dough!
  • Preserves, jellies and jams are naturally gluten-free. However, double check the one you are using is in fact gluten-free. Some brands will use wheat starch as a binder in their jams and spreads!
  • Alternatively, you can bake the wheel of brie cheese completely without the puff pastry!

How to fold brie en croute?

Wrapping a wheel of brie cheese in pastry is a simple process that produces elegant results! While there are many ways you can fold brie en croute, the main goal is to make sure the pastry is snugly folded up and over the brie cheese to form a tidy package.

Tips for wrapping brie in pastry:

  • Make sure your puff pastry is thawed.
  • Lightly dust your work surface with a flour.
  • Roll out the puff pastry into a 11-inch square.
  • Do not stretch the pastry or it will tear.
  • You want the puff pastry to be wrapped snugly up and over the brie cheese.
  • If you rolled out the puff pastry too much and have a lot of excess after wrapping the wheel of cheese, trim the excess pastry with kitchen scissors.

Step by step photos: folding puff pastry for brie en croute 

If you’re looking for the detailed measurements and full recipe instructions, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

Overhead photo collage of how to fold brie en croute step by step.
Overhead photo of a baked wheel of brie wrapped with puff pastry.

How to make brie en croute recipe

  1. Toast nuts: Melt butter in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Add the pecans and sauté until golden in color, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir until combined. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Roll out pastry: On a lightly floured work surface, use a rolling pin to roll the puff pastry out to an 11-inch square (SEE NOTES).
  4. Add toppings: Place the wheel of brie cheese in the center of the puff pastry. Spread the preserves over the top of the cheese. Top the preserves with the sautéed pecans. Brush the outer 1-inch of puff pastry with the egg wash.
  5. Fold puff pastry: Make a cut from each of the four corners of the pastry in towards the center of the cheese. (Make sure you leave a little bit of space around the cheese! See photos in the post) . Bring each corner (there should be 8) up and over the brie. Use your hands to gently pat the pastry to secure it. Transfer the brie en croute to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the outside of the brie en croute with the remaining egg wash.
  6. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown.
  7. Cool and serve: Transfer brie en croute to a clean work surface or serving platter and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve with fruit, crackers, and artisanal bread.

Step by step photos: making this recipe at home

If you’re looking for the detailed measurements and full recipe instructions, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

Overhead photo collage of how to make baked brie en croute step by step.

Serving baked brie en croute

Bake brie is the perfect addition to any cheese board! You can go big and use a dozen different elements or go small and pair brie en croute with just a few accompaniments.

  • Crackers – water crackers, multigrain crackers or parmesan crisps
  • Artisan Bread – baguette, ciabatta, breadsticks or crostini
  • Pretzels – especially this bar mix with pretzels
  • Cured Meats – prosciutto, salami, sausage, capicola, roast beef
  • Fresh Fruits – grapes, apple slices, berries, figs, pear slices, tangerine segments
  • Toasted Nuts – almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios
  • Raw Vegetables – sweet mini peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, pepperoncini
  • Olives
  • Dried Fruits – apricots, oranges, pineapples, banana chips
  • Medium or Sharp Hard Cheese 
  • Condiments – jelly, Jam or Spreads – honey, artisan mustards, chutneys
  • Garnishes – fresh rosemary, fresh thyme
  • Pastries – make it a buttery affair and serve your fruity brie en croute with more pastries like mini apple pie bites and puff pastry danishes.

Tips for serving

  • Consider color.  Go with accompaniments that will add various pops of color to your cheeseboard.
  • Miscellaneous items.  Don’t forget a cheese knife for each type of cheese. Plus you will need plenty of napkins and plates for guests!
Overhead photo of an oozing baked brie en croute with raspberry jam and pecans.

Storing leftovers

Baked brie en croute can be refrigerated for up to three to four days.

To store baked brie, allow the cheese to completely cool to room temperature. Wrap the brie tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator.

Freezing instructions

Prepare brie by wrapping the cheese in puff pastry, but do not brush the pastry with egg wash. Wrap the brie tightly in plastic wrap and transfer to a freezer-safe, zip-closure bag. Prepared brie can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month.

To use frozen, unbaked brie, do not thaw prior to baking! Remove the plastic wrap from the brie en croute and brush the frozen pastry with egg wash. Bake in an oven preheated to 350-degrees for 50-55 minutes.

Reheating instructions

The best way to reheat fully baked brie en croute is in the oven. In order to prevent the puff pastry from burning, use the lowest oven temperature possible.

To reheat cold baked brie:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the pastry is crisp and the cheese is soft.
Close-up photo of brie cheese baked in puff pastry with jam.

Rich, flakey, buttery and cheesy, this is an easy brie appetizer you and your family will love!! Cheers and happy holidays, friends!

Cheyanne

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Overhead photo of brie en croute on a charcuterie board with crackers, crostini, grapes, olives, hard cheese, and raspberry preserves.

Pecan Raspberry Baked Brie en Croute

5 from 9 votes
Author: Cheyanne Holzworth
Total Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
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Transform an ordinary wheel of brie cheese into an extraordinary culinary masterpiece with this easy and elegant brie en croute recipe. Featuring a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust that gives way to gooey melted brie with bursts of sweet raspberries and crunchy pecans, this baked cheese appetizer is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Equipment

  • 1 Saute Pan (for toasting nuts)
  • 1 Small Bowl with Pastry brush (for egg wash)
  • 1 Baking Sheet or Baking Dish (for baking brie en croute)

Ingredients 

  • 1/3 Cup Pecans – roughly chopped into pieces
  • 1 TBS Unsalted Butter
  • 3 TBS Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/8 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 sheet Frozen Puff Pastry – Thawed (SEE NOTES)
  • 1 (8-13 ounce) Wheel Brie Cheese (SEE NOTES)
  • 1/3 Cup Raspberry Preserves
  • 1 large Egg mixed with 1 TBS Water (egg wash)
  • Serving Suggestions: Crackers, Artisanal Bread, Crostini, Cured Meats, Fruit, Candied Nuts

Instructions

  • Toast and Season Nuts: Melt the butter in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the pecans and sauté, stirring occasionally, until golden in color, about 5 minutes.
    Turn off the heat and sprinkle the brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt over the toasted and buttered nuts. Stir until the nuts are well coated and then set them aside to cool completely.
  • Preheat oven: Arrange baking rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet or a small baking dish with parchment paper and then set it aside.
  • Roll out pastry: Lightly flour a clean work surface. Open the envelop of puff pastry and lay it out flat on your floured work surface. Next, use a rolling pin to roll the puff pastry out to an 11-inch square (SEE NOTES).
  • Add toppings: Place the wheel of brie cheese in the center of the puff pastry. Next, generously dollop and spread the preserves on top of the brie cheese. Then, scatter the toasted cinnamon pecans over the raspberry preserves.
  • Fold puff pastry: Brush the outer 1-inch of puff pastry with the egg wash. Then, make a cut from each of the four corners of the pastry in towards the center of the cheese. (Tip: Make sure you leave a little bit of space around the cheese! See photos in the post) . Bring each corner (there should be 8) up and over the brie. Use your hands to gently pat the pastry to secure it. Transfer the brie en croute to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the outside of the brie en croute with the remaining egg wash.
  • Bake: Transfer the brie to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown.
  • Cool slightly: Remove the brie en croute from the oven and place on a clean work surface or serving platter. Allow the cheese to cool for 5-10 minutes. (Tip: Don't skip this step!)
  • Serve: Serve baked brie en croute with crackers, crostini, artisanal breads, or your favorite cheese dippers, and your favorite charcuterie board items on the side. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

  1. Brie Size: If you use a 13-16 ounce wheel of cheese, roll the pastry out to a 13-inch square.
  2. Thaw your puff pastry on the counter at room temperature for 30-40 minutes, or thaw according to package instructions.
  3. If you don’t like the taste of the rind on brie cheese, you can use a sharp knife to carefully shave it off.  Please note, if you remove the rind the cheese will really ooze after being baked once you cut into it!  Allow the cheese to cool at least 10 minutes before serving. 
  4. Make in Advance: Brie en croute can be prepared and wrapped in puff pastry (do not brush the outside with egg wash until ready to bake) up to 1 day in advance.  Lightly cover the wrapped brie and store in the refrigerator.
  5. Recipe serves: 6-8 people
Nutritional information is an estimate based upon 8 servings. Exact information will depend upon the brands of ingredients and precise measurements used.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcal    Carbohydrates: 29g    Protein: 4g    Fat: 17g    Saturated Fat: 4g    Cholesterol: 30mg    Sodium: 93mg    Potassium: 62mg    Fiber: 1g    Sugar: 12g    Vitamin A: 82IU    Vitamin C: 1mg    Calcium: 16mg    Iron: 1mg
Course: Appetizer, starter
Cuisine: French

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