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    Home » Recipes » Holiday » Christmas » Baked Brie with Cherry Preserves and Almonds

    LAST UPDATED: August 20, 2018 • FIRST PUBLISHED: December 11, 2016 By Toni Dash 46 Comments

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preserves and Almonds

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    Does the thought of entertaining overwhelm you? This 3-ingredient 15-minute appetizer is what you need: Baked Brie with Cherry Preserves and Almonds.

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preseves and Almonds

    I love catching up with friends and neighbors around the holidays. It heightens the festive feel of the time of year. Unfortunately for me I can’t switch gears easily from the rigors of my mom responsibilities to be the hostess with the most-est these days. There is so much going on. When I’m overextended, thinking up what to serve for a gathering or cocktail party feels like reciting all the decimals of Pi, while standing on one leg, blindfolded.

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preseves and Almonds on a plate

    My friends, I have a secret to let you in on. I have a foolproof appetizer recipe that takes 15 minutes max and only uses 3 ingredients:  Baked Brie with Cherry Preserves and Almonds. I challenge you to think of a quicker, easier appetizer recipe AND one that is as sophisticated!

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preseves and Almonds With crackers

    To make this, one side of a wheel of brie is sliced off exposing the soft, delicious cheese. Some cherry preserves are spread on top and then sprinkled with almonds (sliced or slivered or a mix). It is baked for 8-10 minutes; just until it has softened and is warmed through but not begun to melt. Serve it with a soft cheese knife, crackers and fruit. Bam! You are done. Guests can slice it and eat it on crackers or fruit.

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preseves and Almonds Close up

    I keep a couple wheels of brie in the refrigerator along with a selection of crackers. We always seem to have an abundance of preserves or all kinds as well as nuts. Even if caught completely off guard I can whip this up and no one would know I wasn’t totally prepared at all times (well, I guess by having all the ingredients on hand I AM ready at all times).

    I love the flavor combination of brie, cherries and almonds. Other preserves can certainly be used too. This is a very flexible appetizer to put together with what you have on hand.

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preseves and Almonds With Rosemary

    Another super quick 3-ingredient recipe you’ll love is Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Roll. Very easy to make and perfect to add to holiday entertaining!

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preserves and Almonds

    Baked Brie with Cherry Preserves and Almonds

    Baked brie is a simple and elegant appetizer that is quick to prepare. Baked just until soft, the cherry preserves offer a sweet contrast to the cheese flavor and the almonds give great texture.
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4 Serves 4 as a solo appetizer; more if combined with other appetizers
    Calories: 300kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 1 8- ounce wheel of Brie cheese
    • 1/4 cup Cherry Preserves
    • 2 tablespoons Sliced Almonds or Slivered Almonds (or a mix)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place parchment paper on a baking sheet with sides (note: dark colored baking sheets may require less baking time).
    • Carefully slice the top of brie off removing only the rind. Spoon the preserves over the top. Distribute the almonds evenly over the top. Bake 8-10 minutes until the cheese is warmed and soft but not melted. Remove and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 408mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 380IU | Vitamin C: 1.9mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Cyndi says

      August 09, 2022 at 8:48 am

      What are the thick crackers pictured with the Brie- I had some like that at a party & loved them- but no clue what to look for or where to find them! Thanks! Possible source for cherry preserves would be great as well!
      ( when I had this it was garnished with fresh cherries ( stems removed of course & was divine!)

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      • Toni Dash says

        August 09, 2022 at 8:43 pm

        Oh Cyndi this is a memory test (the post was from 2016). BUT I do remember! The crackers are all Skinny Crisps brand and are gluten free. Here is a link to them on Amazon. I found them locally but since they are sold there you can at least see the packaging and the choices. You may be able to track down where to buy them near you or have them shipped from Amazon.

        My guess is that I used Cherry Preserves from Bon Maman which is an excellent jam company. Also a link to Amazon so you can see them or order from here if you can’t find them locally.

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    2. Rosey says

      December 14, 2016 at 4:54 am

      Brie is the best, isn’t it? And this looks great. I lve the idea of using cherries. I usually use apricots, but I’m going to try it this way!

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    3. Tess says

      December 13, 2016 at 9:26 pm

      I would love this ! I love cherries and this will be perfect!

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    4. Dawn McAlexander says

      December 13, 2016 at 7:43 pm

      5 stars
      That sounds really tasty. I would love to try it.I love cherry preserves and almonds. Sounds like a winning recipe to me.

      Reply
    5. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says

      December 13, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      This would be a great addition to our appetizers for our Christmas party this coming weekend. I love serving cheese because everyone loves cheese! I love how simple it is!

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    6. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says

      December 13, 2016 at 11:27 am

      Oh, this is so festive and looks incredibly delicious. I’m going to have to try my hand at it!

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      • Toni Dash says

        December 13, 2016 at 11:55 am

        It’s super simple Nancy! The only thing that you don’t want to do is over cook it so it melts; but if you stick to the timing in the recipe you’ll have no issues!

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