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Perfect Brie and Honey Puff Pastry Braid with Walnuts and Thyme

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A golden, flaky puff pastry braid filled with creamy Brie, sweet honey, crunchy walnuts, and fresh thyme, perfect for a quick and impressive appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8 oz / 225 g), thawed but cold
  • 8 oz (225 g) Brie cheese wheel, rind on
  • 2 tablespoons honey (preferably raw or wildflower)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) walnuts, roughly chopped and toasted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Pinch of freshly cracked black pepper
  • Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a roughly 12×10 inch (30×25 cm) rectangle. Trim edges if needed.
  3. Cut 1-inch (2.5 cm) strips along both long edges of the pastry, about 8 strips per side, leaving the center intact for the filling.
  4. Place the whole Brie wheel in the center of the pastry, slightly closer to one end.
  5. Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of honey over the Brie, letting it soak in slightly.
  6. Scatter half the chopped walnuts and half the thyme leaves over the honey and Brie.
  7. Braid the pastry by folding the strips over the cheese in an alternating crisscross pattern, pinching the ends to seal.
  8. Brush the entire braid generously with the beaten egg wash.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining walnuts and thyme leaves evenly over the braid. Add a pinch of black pepper and flaky sea salt if desired.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown, with honey bubbling slightly.
  11. Let the braid rest on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set.

Notes

Keep puff pastry cold until ready to use to prevent stickiness. Toast walnuts to enhance flavor and crunch. Brush with egg wash for a golden finish. Let braid rest before slicing to keep cheese contained. Can prepare braid assembly up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate. Tent with foil if edges brown too fast.

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Keywords: Brie, puff pastry, honey, walnuts, thyme, appetizer, easy, quick, baked, snack

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