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Brown Sugar Baked Brie with Apricot Jam Recipe

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  • Author: Patricia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Brown Sugar Baked Brie with Apricot Jam is an irresistible appetizer featuring creamy brie cheese topped with sweet apricot jam, crunchy almonds, and brown sugar, all baked over buttery brioche bread cubes. Easy to prepare and perfect for entertaining, it combines rich, sweet, and savory flavors in a warm, bubbly dish served with crackers and fresh fruit.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 slices brioche bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tbsp half and half
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 12 oz sliced brie cheese (with thin, edible rind)
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds
  • 10 oz apricot jam or preserves (Trader Joe’s low sugar apricot preserves recommended)
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • Olive oil spray, for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the dish.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a round pie plate or shallow baking dish with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
  3. Add Brioche Cubes: Place the cubed brioche bread (approximately 1-inch pieces) evenly at the bottom of the prepared dish, forming a base layer.
  4. Mix Egg Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, half and half, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour Egg Mixture: Evenly pour the egg mixture over the brioche cubes, allowing it to soak into the bread.
  6. Add Brie Cheese: Arrange the sliced brie cheese on top of the soaked brioche layer, covering the bread evenly.
  7. Spread Apricot Jam: Carefully spread the apricot jam or preserves evenly over the top of the brie slices for a sweet contrast.
  8. Top with Almonds and Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the sliced almonds followed by brown sugar over the apricot jam layer for texture and caramelized sweetness.
  9. Bake: Loosely cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the flavors to meld.
  10. Broil (Optional): For a bubbly and slightly caramelized finish, uncover the dish and broil for less than a minute, watching closely to avoid burning.
  11. Serve: Serve the baked brie immediately, paired with crackers and fresh fruit for a delightful appetizer experience.

Notes

  • Use brie with the thin, edible rind for best texture and flavor.
  • Keep a close eye while broiling to prevent the cheese from burning.
  • Trader Joe’s low sugar apricot preserves add sweetness without overpowering the dish.
  • This appetizer is best served warm and fresh out of the oven.
  • Feel free to substitute almonds with pecans or walnuts for a different nutty crunch.
  • To save time, brioche bread cubes can be prepared a day ahead and stored in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://patriciarecipes.com/brown-sugar-baked-brie-with-apricot-jam-recipe/