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Figs and Toasted Almonds Brie
Prep
10 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Medium
This is honestly one of my favorite elegant appetizers to make when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. A warm, melted round of Brie gets topped with a gorgeous fig compote made from just brown sugar, water, and fresh figs, then finished with toasted almonds and a hint of vanilla. The whole thing comes together in about 35 minutes, and the best part is you probably have most of these ingredients already on hand. Fresh figs are packed with fiber and antioxidants, making this feel a bit indulgent while actually being quite good for you. It's simple enough for a weeknight but fancy enough for company, and your guests will think you spent way more effort than you actually did.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar½ cup brown sugar
- 22 tablespoons water
- 66 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 11 (14 ounce) round 4 1/4-inch diameter round brie cheese
- ½ cup toasted almonds½ cup toasted almonds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 C).
- 2
Heat brown sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat until sugar is completely dissolved. Add figs and vanilla, and cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds and vanilla. Place brie wheel in a baking dish, and pour fig mixture over the top.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until softened but not melted. Serve with water crackers.
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