Puff Pastry Brie Bites with Fig Jam, Honey, and Fresh Thyme Recipe
These Puff Pastry Brie Bites are elegant, bite-sized appetizers perfect for gatherings and special occasions. Featuring buttery puff pastry, creamy brie cheese, fresh thyme, and a touch of sweetness from fig jam and honey, they offer a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors topped with a hint of flaky sea salt for balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Puff Pastry & Cheese
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 8 ounces brie, cut into bite-sized pieces
Egg Wash
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon water
Flavorings & Toppings
- 4 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- ½ cup fig jam (or your favorite jam)
- 2 tablespoons honey, for drizzling
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt, or more to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and puff pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets if they are not already flat. Cut each sheet into small squares, approximately 2 to 3 inches on each side.
- Make egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water until combined to create an egg wash. This will give the pastry a beautiful golden color when baked.
- Assemble the bites: Place the puff pastry squares on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly brush the edges of each square with the egg wash. Add a small spoonful of fig jam in the center of each square, followed by a bite-sized piece of brie cheese on top of the jam. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over each bite.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the puff pastry is puffed and golden brown and the brie is melted.
- Finish and serve: Remove the bites from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Drizzle each bite with honey and sprinkle with flaky sea salt to taste. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed before working with it for easier handling and better puffing.
- You can substitute fig jam with apricot or raspberry jam for different flavor variations.
- For a nutty crunch, sprinkle chopped toasted pecans or walnuts on top before baking.
- Serve these bites warm for best texture and flavor.
- Make ahead by assembling but bake right before serving.
