Brie, Apple & Fig Spread Recipe
Make Brie, Apple & Fig Spread Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Spread
Bread & Garnish
Method
Spread
- 1
Rehydrate and soften figs
Place the chopped dried figs, 2 tbs water and 1 tbs light brown sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until figs plump and liquid is slightly syrupy. Remove from heat and lightly mash with a fork; set aside.
- 2
Cook the apples
In a medium frying pan over medium heat, melt 1 tbs unsalted butter. Add the finely diced apple and 2 tbs honey. Cook, stirring, 3–4 minutes until the apple is just softened but still holds some texture.
- 3
Combine figs and apples
Add the mashed fig mixture to the pan with the apple and stir to combine. Cook 1–2 minutes so flavors meld and excess liquid reduces slightly.
- 4
Melt in brie and season
Reduce heat to low and add the chopped brie to the pan. Stir gently until the brie softens and creates a cohesive, spreadable mixture (leave a few small chunks if you prefer texture). Stir in 1 tbs fresh lemon juice, 1 tbs chopped thyme leaves, 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning. If using, swirl in 1 tbs balsamic glaze for a sweet-savory lift. Remove from heat and let cool slightly; the spread should be warm and spreadable, not runny.
Bread & Garnish
- 5
Toast the bread
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush both sides lightly with 2 tbs extra-virgin olive oil. Toast in the oven 6–8 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crisp (alternatively, toast in a hot skillet 2–3 minutes per side or under a broiler 1–2 minutes — watch closely).
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Garlic rub
While the toasts are still warm, rub the cut side of the halved garlic clove over the top of each slice to impart a subtle garlic aroma and flavor.
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Assemble bruschetta
Spoon about 1–1.5 tablespoons of the warm brie, apple & fig spread onto each toast (adjust to preference). Sprinkle each with a pinch of chopped toasted walnuts for crunch.
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