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Brie & Jam Pastry Appetizers

Gourmet Baked Brie and Jam Puff Pastry Appetizers

Flaky, golden puff pastry bundles filled with molten creamy brie cheese and sweet fruit jam, creating an elegant and irresistible appetizer perfect for holidays or quick entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pastries
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: European, French
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Pastry Filling
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (approx. 14.1 ounces), thawed completely
  • 1 small wheel creamy brie cheese 4 to 6 ounces, chilled slightly
  • 1/4 cup high-quality fruit jam or preserves such as apricot, fig, raspberry, or cranberry
Egg Wash and Toppings
  • 1 large egg kept cold
  • 1 teaspoon cold water
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for dusting the work surface
  • 1 tablespoon raw turbinado sugar or finely chopped pecans Optional Topping

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat
  • Rolling pin
  • Pastry Brush
  • Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Phase 1: Preparation and Preheat
  1. Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet: Adjust your oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large, sturdy baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Prepare the Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the cold egg and the cold water until smooth and combined. Set this egg wash aside.
  3. Prepare the Brie Cheese: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the chilled wheel of brie cheese into 12 small, roughly uniform cubes or triangles. Ensure the rind remains intact.
Phase 2: Assembling the Pastries
  1. Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and gently roll it out just enough to smooth creases and ensure an even thickness (approximately 1/8 inch thick).
  2. Cut and Fill the Pastry Squares: Use a ruler and a pizza cutter or sharp knife to divide the large sheet into 12 uniform squares or rectangles. Place one cube of brie cheese directly in the center of each square, then spoon 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of fruit jam on top of the brie.
  3. Seal the Edges: Lightly moisten the four edges of the pastry square with the prepared egg wash. Carefully fold two opposite corners of the square up over the filling, meeting them in the center. Pinch the edges together tightly to seal the filling inside, creating a small bundle or triangle shape. Repeat for all 12 pastries.
  4. Arrange the Appetizers: Transfer the sealed pastry appetizers to the prepared, parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them at least 1 inch apart.
Phase 3: Baking and Finishing
  1. Apply the Egg Wash and Toppings: Gently brush the entire surface of each assembled pastry with the remaining egg wash. Immediately sprinkle the tops with turbinado sugar or chopped pecans, if desired.
  2. Bake Until Golden: Place the baking sheet into the preheated 400°F (200°C) oven. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the pastries have puffed dramatically and the surface is a deep, uniform golden brown color.
  3. Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Allow the Brie and Jam Pastry Appetizers to cool for a minimum of 5 to 10 minutes before serving, as the filling is extremely hot and molten immediately after baking. Serve warm.

Notes

If using a very runny jam (like raspberry), ensure you drain off excess liquid before spooning it onto the brie to prevent leakage. For holiday serving, use cranberry preserves for a festive color contrast.