Baked brie with fig jam turns an ordinary cheese wheel into something unforgettable. The mix of warm, gooey brie and sticky-sweet fig jam feels indulgent yet inviting. Serve it as a holiday appetizer with fruit, bread, or crackers, and watch it disappear in minutes.
A Note From Kristen
If you’re looking to make your holiday spread a little more elegant this year, then I’ve got you covered! This brie and fig jam recipe is one of my signature holiday appetizers and truly a certified crowd pleaser. It’s rich without being heavy, simple without being too plain or ordinary. Plus, it’s so easy to make at home. Trust me, this delicious appetizer is the type to steal everyone’s attention (and hearts!) without even trying. Happy eating!
~Kristen
Ingredient Notes
Please keep in mind that this is just a quick overview. Visit the full recipe for amounts and instructions!
How to Make Baked Brie with Fig Jam
01
PREPARE
Heat oven to 350°F. Set the brie on a parchment-lined sheet or small dish. Spread fig jam on top and sprinkle with rosemary.
02
BAKE
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the brie is soft but still holds its shape.
03
SERVE
Add pistachios and pomegranate arils on top before serving. Enjoy!
Serving Ideas
- Pair with sliced warm sourdough or focaccia, toasted baguette slices, or crackers.
- Serve with slices of fresh fruit like apples or pears.
- Serve as a dip for roasted root vegetables (like carrots, parsnips, or sweet potatoes).
- As a dipper on a charcuterie or cheese board with fresh figs, pecans, walnuts, almonds, and crunchy breadsticks.
Kristen’s Top Tips
- If you want the brie to mingle with the fig jam while baking, lightly score or trim the top rind before baking to ensure the cheese bubbles up.
- Allow the baked brie and fig jam to rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help firm it up, make the creamy cheese molten but not runny, and give it the best texture for slicing or dipping.
- Try different flavor combinations with the following ingredients:
- A drizzle of honey and fresh herbs (like thyme) as a garnish.
- Crushed red pepper flakes, hot sauce, or chili oil mixed with the fig jam for a spicy-sweet combo.
- Cranberry sauce mixed into the fig jam.
- Try different jams like apricot or raspberry for variety.
- Cashew-based vegan brie instead of vegetarian brie.
- Using a sheet of puff pastry to wrap the brie and fig jam in.
More Easy and Delicious Appetizer Recipes
Baked Brie with Fig Jam
Ingredients
- 1 8-ounce wheel brie cheese vegetarian/rennet-free if necessary – see notes
- ½ cup fig jam
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons pistachios chopped, raw or roasted
- 1 tablespoon pomegranate arils for topping
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place brie on a parchment-lined baking sheet or small baking dish.
- Spread fig jam over the top, then sprinkle with rosemary.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the brie is soft, but not collapsed.
- Top with pistachios and pomegranate arils before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage and Reheating Store any cooled leftover baked brie and sweet jam in an airtight container, and then keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days. If possible, store any loose toppings (like nuts and arils) separately from the leftovers as you can just add them later. This dish is best reheated in the oven. I don’t recommend microwaving it since the texture might become rubbery. Add the toppings to the warm brie and serve.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is automatically calculated using a third-party calculator and is an estimate only.
