Brie en Croûte (Gilmore Girls-Inspired Appetizer)
Super easy
Fairly cheap
A warm, gooey Brie baked in puff pastry, ideal for Emily’s sophisticated starters (think Season 4 or 5 cocktail hours). Topped with apricot preserves, it’s indulgent yet simple, pairing with Quail Mazatlán or Coq au Vin.
Prep
15m
Cook
25m
Wait
5m
| Category: | Canapés & Crostini |
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Ingredients
For
6
Serving(s)
Ingredients
| 1 8 ounce wheel Brie cheese |
| 1 sheet, about 15 ounce puff pastry |
| 1/4 cup apricot preserves |
| 1/4 cup chopped pecans or almonds |
| 1 large egg, beaten |
| 1 Tablespoon dried cranberries for extra flavor - optional |
Brie en Croûte (Gilmore Girls-Inspired Appetizer) Directions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry to ¼-inch thick on a floured surface.
- Assemble: Place Brie in center of pastry. Spread preserves on top, sprinkle with nuts (and cranberries if using). Fold pastry over Brie, sealing edges.
- Bake: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam-side down. Brush with egg wash. Bake 20–25 min until golden.
- Serve: Let rest 5 min. Serve with crackers, apple slices, or baguette rounds for dipping.
Notes
Why Brie en Croûte? Its rich, elegant profile suits Emily’s high-society appetizers, perfect for a pre-dinner spread.
Tips: Use raspberry preserves for a tart twist. Chill Brie before wrapping to ease handling.
Serving Suggestion: Serve with sparkling wine for a Gilmore family flair.
Nutrition facts
Serving size 1/6 slice vegetarian
Per Serving
| Kcal: | 320 kcal |
| Fibers (g): | 1g |
| Sodium (mg): | 300mg |
| Carbs: | 18g |
| Sugar (g): | 8g |
| Fat: | 24g |
| Saturated fat (g): | 10g |
| Cholesterol: | 50mg |
| Proteins: | 9g |
