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Golden Baked Brie Wheel with Spiced Pecans and Thyme
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5.0 (340)|(2 Reviews)Warm, molten French brie cheese wheel baked until gooey, topped with toasted buttered pecans, orange zest, and amber wildflower honey.
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By Ivy Manning (Cookbook Author)•Published July 7, 2026
⏱ 20 mins
Simply Recipes / Ivy Manning🔥 240 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Requires only 5 minutes of prep and simple ingredients.
- The contrast between hot, buttery cheese and crunchy candied nuts is unforgettable.
- Serve right in the baking skillet with crackers and sliced crisp apples.
PARTY SHOWSTOPPER
Golden Baked Brie Wheel with Spiced Pecans and Thyme
An effortless 20-minute centerpiece that turns any gathering into a celebration. The rind softens in the oven while the interior becomes decadently molten and spoonable.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time20 mins
Servings8 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 wheel (8 oz) good quality French brie cheese
- 1/2 cup raw pecan halves, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup wildflower honey or pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- Sliced Honeycrisp apples, pear slices, and water crackers for dipping
Directions
1
Preheat and score brie
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the brie wheel into a small cast iron skillet or ceramic baker. Lightly score a crosshatch pattern across the top rind.
2
Toast the pecans
In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped pecans, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant and toasted.
3
Bake brie
Bake the brie wheel in the oven for 12–15 minutes until soft and puffed, but before the sides burst.
4
Top with honey nuts
Spoon the warm toasted pecans over the melted brie. Drizzle generously with honey and scatter fresh thyme over the top. Serve warm immediately.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Do not cut the entire top rind off before baking; scoring it allows heat in while keeping the cheese contained.
- Serve on a heat-safe trivet with a cheese knife for guests to scoop directly onto crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories240 kcal
Protein7g
Carbs12g
Total Fat19g
Sodium: 220mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
