Baked Brie with Apples, Pecans and Raisins

Warm, gooey baked brie with apples, pecans and raisins? That’s a yes from me every time.

While this easy appetizer feels fancy enough for a holiday party, it’s so simple you could pull it together for a last-minute get-together or just to treat yourself with something cozy and indulgent.

Whether you’re hosting a fall gathering or looking for a Thanksgiving starter, this baked brie with apples and pecans brings it all together in a single, melt-in-your-mouth bite.

My husband actually introduced me to this appetizer at a favorite restaurant years ago. He loved to get it every time we went there. Well, they’ve since removed it from their menu, thus my quest began to remake it at home. I’m happy to say it’s just as good as the original!

Why you’ll love this baked brie with apples and pecans

✅ Easy to prepare: This appetizer comes together in under 30 minutes, from start to finish.
✅ Elegant and cozy: It feels like something you’d order at a wine bar, but you’re making it in your own kitchen with just a few ingredients.
✅ Make-ahead friendly: You can sauté the apples ahead of time and refrigerate, then assemble and bake the dish when guests arrive.
✅ Crowd-pleasing combo: Creamy brie, warm apples, toasted pecans and golden raisins offer a blend of sweet, savory and just a touch of crunch.
✅ Perfect for fall and holidays: Apples, cinnamon, and buttery brie are practically made for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cool fall night. Enjoy around a campfire or game day!

Ingredients that bring it all together

• Brie wheel: Choose an eight-ounce round and leave the rind on.
• Apple: Peeled and chopped, the apple softens as it cooks, soaking up brown sugar and butter for a perfectly sweet bite.
• Butter: Adds richness to the apple topping and helps everything caramelize
• Brown sugar: Gives the topping a deep, sweet flavor that complements the savory cheese
• Cinnamon: Lends a warm spice note that ties the apple mixture into fall flavors
• Pecans: Toasty and slightly crunchy, pecans bring balance and texture to each bite.
• Golden raisins: Sweet and chewy, raisins give flavor and texture pops to make this appetizer feel special.
• Crackers or bread slices: The ideal vehicle for scooping up all that gooey, cheesy goodness

How to make this dish

1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F

2️⃣ Create the topping

• Melt your butter in a small skillet over medium heat.
• Add the chopped apples, brown sugar and cinnamon.
• Stir everything together and let it cook for about five minutes until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized.

3️⃣ Bring in the brie

• Place your wheel of brie in a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
• Use a sharp knife to score the top of the cheese, making shallow slits to help the topping settle as it bakes.
• Spoon the warm apple mixture over the top of the brie.
• Sprinkle the chopped pecans and golden raisins evenly across.

4️⃣ Bake & serve

• Bake for 15 minutes, just until the cheese is gooey and warm all the way through.
• Serve immediately with plenty of crackers or slices of baguette.

Serving suggestions

🍷 With a glass of wine: A crisp white or light red pairs perfectly with the rich cheese and fruit.
🍞 With crusty bread: Tear into a warm baguette to soak up all that melty brie and buttery topping.
🍎 On a fall grazing board: Add sliced apples, nuts and cured meats for a full appetizer spread.
🎉 As a holiday starter: This dish is perfect to kick off Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
🔥 Right out of the oven: The magic is in the contrast of hot cheese and cool crackers. Don’t wait too long to dig in!

Storage + reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
• Reheat gently in a small skillet or oven at medium heat until warm and melty again.
• Avoid the microwave, which can overcook the cheese and make it rubbery.

Variations + substitutions

• Add cranberries: Swap the raisins for dried cranberries for a tart contrast to the sweet apples.
• Try pears: For an elegant twist, pars work beautifully in place of apples.
• Use maple syrup: To add even more fall flavor, drizzle a little maple syrup on top before baking.
• Add herbs: Bring savorty depth to the topping with a little chopped rosemary or thyme.

Final thoughts: Why this recipe matters

This baked brie with apples and pecans is the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep in your back pocket. It’s fast, flexible and ridiculously satisfying with a combo of creamy brie, warm cinnamon apples, buttery pecans and chewy raisins that feels gourmet without the effort.

Make it once, and it’ll be your go-to every time you’re asked to bring an appetizer, or just when the craving for something cozy and cheesy hits.

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