Name: Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Preserves
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 round 8 ounce brie wedge; 1/4 cup raspberry jam; I-2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 1 thawed puffed pastry sheet; Honey for drizzling; apples for serving; crackers or bread for serving; 1 egg, beaten

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Talk about a simple yet beautiful appetizer. Puff Pastry Baked Brie with Preserves is a wonderful holiday appetizer that takes little time and effort to make. Creamy brie is covered with raspberry preserves and rosemary then wrapped in buttery puff pastry and baked until golden brown. The result is a delicious, crowd pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for the holidays.

Golden puff pastry Baked Brie with preserves with fresh rosemary garnishes and apple slices, perfect for savory snacks or holiday meals. Delicious, flaky, and bursting with flavor.

A note from Jess

I’ve always loved brie, It’s creamy, rich, and pairs so well with simple ingredients like preserves, honey and crackers. My daughter is a big fan too – it’s one of those things we both reach for if it’s on the table. While brie on its own is already a wonderful appetizer, baking brie in puff pastry takes it to another level. It’s warm, melty and feels extra special – perfect for the holidays.

What is brie?

It’s a soft, creamy French cheese made from cow’s milk, known for its edible white rind and mild, buttery flavor. It melts really well, making it perfect for appetizers like baked brie or on cheese boards. It pairs beautifully with fruit, preserves, honey, nuts and crackers.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Here’s the list of ingredients you will need plus a few notes about each.

Round brie wedge – You can keep the rind on – it’s edible. Make sure to get a round wedge and not a triangular wedge.
Puff pastry – You will need one sheet. Use the other sheets for these puff pastry sausage rolls!
Preserves – Any kind of jam or preserves will work. I used raspberry for color – jewel red for the holidays!
Rosemary – I decided to add rosemary for color and flavor. It pairs well with the other ingredients and makes the appetizer look festive. Other herbs like thyme or sage would work as well.
Apples – I like to serve brie with apple slices. There’s something about the crisp, sweet apple with the melty, buttery cheese. Delish!
Crackers – Crackers are a must to dip into the melty cheese. It also adds a nice crunch!
Egg – An egg is needed to brush on top of the puff pastry before baking. It helps give a nice golden color to the puff pastry.

How to make Baked Brie with Preserves

For the full recipe with detailed steps, see there recipe card below.

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2: Mix rosemary and raspberry jam together.

Step 3: Place thawed puff pastry on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Place the brie wedge directly in the center of the puff pastry. Spread raspberry rosemary jam on top of the brie then wrap the pastry up tightly, pressing edges together with your fingers. Place back in refrigerator for 10 minutes to chill before baking. Chilling the puffed pastry helps it puff up like it should.

Step 4: Once chilled, brush the puffed pastry with egg wash all over, even on the sides, and place in oven for 25 minutes. Remove, let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Sept 5: Drizzle with honey and sprinkle fresh rosemary on top. Serve with apples and crackers.

Golden Baked Brie in puff pastry with fresh rosemary and apple slices on a baking sheet. Ideal for homemade apple desserts and cozy fall baking. Perfect for apple pie lovers.

Tips for Success

Read through the entire recipe before starting. Also, prepare all the ingredients and kitchen utensils before starting. This helps prevent mistakes.
Do not skip brushing the top and sides with egg wash. The puff pastry will not have that beautiful glossy, golden brown color if you don’t.
Chill the puff pastry before baking. If puff pastry is too warm when baked, it won’t puff up as nicely as when it’s chilled.
Wait 10 minutes to cut into the brie. If you don’t wait, the brie will literally ooze everywhere. Not necessarily a bad thing, but difficult for serving and is messy.

Final Thoughts

Baking brie in puff pastry is seriously the best thing ever. It’s simple, versatile and absolutely stunning on a platter. I’ve made this several times and each time, it gets gobbled up. If you’re looking for a simple holiday appetizer, this is the one! Have fun with the ingredients and enjoy!

Yield: 8