Description
These elegant bite-sized appetizers feature creamy brie coated in crunchy pistachios and drizzled with a sweet-tart raspberry honey glaze. Perfect for parties or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 wheel (8 ounces) Brie cheese, chilled
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chilled Brie into 1-inch cubes (about 16 pieces).
- Place chopped pistachios in a shallow bowl. Roll each Brie cube in pistachios, pressing gently to adhere.
- Arrange coated Brie bites on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes until Brie is soft but still holds its shape.
- Meanwhile, make the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, honey, balsamic vinegar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until raspberries break down and mixture thickens slightly (about 5 minutes). Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Season with salt to taste.
- Remove Brie bites from oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter.
- Drizzle raspberry honey glaze over the warm Brie bites. Garnish with fresh mint if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use a ripe but firm Brie. You can prepare the glaze up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate; reheat gently before serving. If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 4g