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Brown Sugar Pecan Baked Brie
November 12, 2025
For casual book club meetings, mahjong nights, and even big holiday parties, baked brie is a classic appetizer that’s sure to get you all the compliments, every time. From Ashton Keefe, this recipe is a just-right combination of cheesy and easy, going from your oven to your table in just under an hour.
Meet Our Expert: Ashton Keefe
New York based chef, food stylist, and author, Ashton spends her days teaching everyday food and bringing a warm sensibility to the table. With a passion for classic design and entertaining, she’s an authority on simple, stylish food you actually want to eat.
Brown Sugar Pecan Baked Brie
INGREDIENTS
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 (16 oz.) brie wheel
⅓ cup chopped pecans
3-4 Tbsp. light brown sugar
1 egg, gently whisked
3 to 4 figs, stems removed and halved
1 to 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Honey to garnish
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 375 ℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Roll out the puff pastry until it’s a ¼ inch thick. Place the brie wheel (with the rind still on) in the center of the pastry and trim the excess dough, leaving about 3-4 inches of dough along the edges.
- Evenly scatter the chopped pecans and brown sugar on top of the brie.
- Fold the puff pastry up around the brie, overlapping and shingling as needed to prevent any gaps. Pinch the seams to secure.
- Transfer the pastry-wrapped brie to the baking sheet and brush with egg.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown. Cool slightly and top with figs, thyme sprigs, and a generous drizzle of honey.
