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    Home » Recipes » Party Food » Baked Cheeses

    4 Ingredient Baked Brie with Strawberry Jam

    Nov 7, 2022(updated Jul 23, 2024)

    By Michelle Weiner

    Baked Brie with Strawberry Jam is a 15-minute, 4-ingredient appetizer that’ll be gone before you know it! Topped with sweet jam, toasted almonds, and thyme, every bite of rich cheese is perfectly balanced and sure to be a hit among guests.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
    Resting Time 10 minutes minutes
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    melted brie cheese topped with toasted almonds and jam in a white baking dish.

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    melted baked brie topped with toasted almonds and jam in a white baking dish.
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    A baked brie with jam recipe that’s bumped up with thyme and almonds! 

    Baked brie recipes can be as complex or as simple as you like. It isn’t a challenge to find toppings that complement the creamy and rich cheese - it pairs well with practically anything!

    This Baked Brie with Strawberry Jam is an easy appetizer! The sweet jam compliments the creamy richness of the brie, while thyme and toasted almonds round out every bite. It’s almost perfection with a little bit of everything: sweet, crunch, earthy, and creamy.

    Once these pantry-staple ingredients are put together, the snack only takes 15 minutes to bake. This gives you plenty of time to plate the rest of your party appetizers and put a few crowd-pleasing cocktails together. You’ll be the hostess with the mostess!

    a wheel of brie topped with strawberry jam and sliced almonds.

    Ingredients needed

    These 4 ingredients are easy to find and may even be in your kitchen already:

    Brie cheese

    Brie is also known as “The Queen of Cheese'' for good reason. It’s an irresistible soft cow’s milk cheese from France, with a rich, salty, and nutty flavor. It’s surrounded by a bloomy edible rind to keep the gooey inside in place.

    While baked brie is the best, it can also be served at room temperature. Slice the wheel into wedges and pop them on a crostini with cranberry sauce or on a small cheese board.

    Pro Tip!

    • Any bloomy rind cheese that is a whole wheel will work great for this recipe! Feel free to experiment with other cheeses!

    I recommend using an 8-ounce wheel of double cream brie for this recipe. It’s enough to serve a few hungry guests or a larger crowd. If your party is going to be packed, head to the quick tips section to learn how to double the recipe.

    ingredients for bakes brie with strawberry jam in individual small dishes.

    Strawberry jam

    Fruit jam, preserves, or jelly is one of the most popular toppings on baked brie appetizers. You’ll often see the cheese topped with fig jam but I went a little out of the box this time with strawberry jam.

    It’s a naturally sweet and fruity jam with a bold pop of red. When the sweet jam and rich cheese come together, you’re left with well-balanced bites.

    close up of melted brie cheese topped with toasted almonds and jam in a white baking dish.

    Raw almonds

    Use raw, unsalted almonds. Roasted, salted, or flavored almonds could affect the overall flavor of the baked brie with jam.

    The almonds are baked next to the brie rather than on top. This way, they end up with maximum toastiness. If you don’t want to roast them in the oven, toast the almonds quickly in a skillet on the stove instead.

    Thyme 

    Fresh thyme, along with black pepper, is sprinkled on top of the brie when it’s done baking as a warming finishing touch.

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      How to make baked brie with strawberry jam

      It really couldn’t be easier. Follow these steps to learn how to bake brie cheese at home:

      strawberry jam on top of a wheel of brie in a white baking dish.

      Step 1: Place the wheel of brie on an oven-safe serving dish and top it with the jam. Bake until the sides of the brie are soft to the touch.

      slivered almonds on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

      Step 2: Evenly spread the sliced almonds onto another small baking sheet or right next to the brie. Bake until they're lightly browned.

      a wheel of brie topped with strawberry jam and sliced almonds.

      Step 3: Top the baked brie with the toasted almonds, thyme, and black pepper. Serve with crackers and enjoy!

      Serving suggestions

      While the brie is baking, prepare your platters of snacks for dipping. Brie pairs well with:

      • Thick and hearty herb crackers
      • Halved strawberries
      • Apple and pear slices
      • Homemade crostini
      • Chopped vegetables
      • Breadsticks
      • Crusty bread
      dipping a cracker in a wheel of melted brie with almonds and jam.

      Quick tips!

      Can I double the recipe?

      Yes! Buy two 8-ounce wheels of brie or a larger wheel instead. Also, make sure to buy more toppings so you have enough for the extra servings.

      How do you reheat baked brie?

      To reheat, place the leftover brie on a microwave-safe plate and heat until warm (about 45 seconds on high).

      Overhead image of a wheel of baked brie topped with strawberry jam and toasted sliced almonds with a chunk taken out and the melty cheese oozing out.

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      melted brie cheese topped with toasted almonds and jam in a white baking dish.

      Baked Brie with Strawberry Jam

      Baked Brie with Strawberry Jam is a 15-minute, 4-ingredient appetizer that’ll be gone before you know it! Topped with sweet jam, toasted almonds, and thyme, every bite of rich cheese is perfectly balanced and sure to be a hit among guests.
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      Author: Michelle Weiner
      Course: Appetizer
      Cuisine: American, French
      Keyword: appetizer, cocktail party, happy hour, holiday
      Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
      Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
      Resting Time: 10 minutes minutes
      Makes: 6 servings

      Equipment

      • baking sheet
      • parchment paper
      • dry measuring cups and spoons

      Ingredients

      • 8 ounce wheel double cream brie
      • ¼ cup strawberry jam
      • ¼ cup sliced raw almonds
      • ½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

      Garnish

      • fresh thyme sprigs
      • black pepper

      Instructions

      • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place the wheel of brie on an oven-safe serving dish or a parchment-lined baking sheet. Evenly spread the sliced almonds onto another small baking sheet.
      • Top brie with jam and bake until the sides of the brie are soft to the touch, 12 to 15 minutes.
      • Remove the almonds from the oven when they are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
      • Top brie with almonds, fresh thyme and black pepper if using.
      • Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving, then serve with crackers.
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