Crispy Brie and Fig Jam Puff Pastry Bites Recipe
These Crispy Brie and Fig Jam Puff Pastry Bites are delightful, flaky appetizers featuring melted brie and sweet fig jam wrapped in golden puff pastry, perfect for entertaining or a special snack.
- Author: Natali
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: 32 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 8 ounces brie cheese, rind removed
- 1/3 cup fig jam
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
- Honey, for drizzling (optional)
- Pinch of freshly cracked black pepper
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: If puff pastry sheets are stiff, let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes. Lightly roll each sheet on a floured surface to smooth creases and slightly enlarge. Cut each sheet into 16 equal squares (about 3-inch squares).
- Slice Brie: Slice brie into small cubes about 1-inch in size, removing rind for smoother melting.
- Assemble Bites: Place a cube of brie on each puff pastry square. Top each with about 1 teaspoon of fig jam. Sprinkle fresh thyme on top if using.
- Fold and Seal: Fold each square into a triangle or rectangle by pinching edges to seal. Crimp edges with a fork for a pattern and better seal.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops and edges of each pastry bite with beaten egg wash.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes until puff pastry is golden and puffed, and brie is melted. Watch closely after 12 minutes to avoid burning.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer bites to a cooling rack and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle honey over the top if desired before serving.
Notes
- Watch closely after 12 minutes of baking to avoid burning.
- Removing rind from brie helps achieve smoother melting.
- Letting puff pastry rest for 10 minutes at room temperature softens sheets for easier handling.
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