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Baked Brie with Maple Spiced Pecans

Yield: 1 baked brie wheel with pecans, serves 6-8 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 mins

Elevate your fall appetizer spread with warm, baked brie smothered in sweet apple butter and topped with homemade Maple Pumpkin Spiced Pecans. Whole pecan pieces are tossed in pure maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and warm pumpkin pie spice, then baked until caramelized and crispy. Generously piled over melted brie and garnished with fresh sage and flaky sea salt, this decadent dish offers an unbeatable combination of rich creaminess, autumn sweetness, and spiced nutty crunch.

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Baked Brie with Maple Spiced Pecans

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pecan pieces 
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • For the baked brie
  • 2 tbsp cup apple butter
  • 4 fresh sage leaves
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing
  • Sliced apples, crackers and toasted baguette, for serving

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the pecan pieces to a medium bowl and top with melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Mix well to coat. 
  2. Spread the pecans into an even layer and bake for 15-18 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. 
  3. Increase the oven temperature to 350°F. Place the Brie in a small oven-safe baking dish or skillet. Spoon the apple butter over the top, leaving a small border around the edge.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the Brie is soft to the touch, like a water balloon
  5. Remove the Brie from the oven and generously pile the candied pecans over the apple butter. Finish with sage and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
  6. Serve immediately with crisp apple slices, crackers and toasted baguette.