Whipped Brie Appetizer With Peppered Fig Compote

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Whipped Brie Appetizer With Peppered Fig Compote - A Perfect Appetizer for Your Next Party

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup black mission fig , fresh , quartered ( about 5 figs )
	1/4 cup port wine
	12 ounces brie cheese
	1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
	3 tablespoons olive oil , divided
	1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
	18 slices baguette , cut on the bias ( thin slices )
	sea salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

350

Sugar

Fat

24g

Whipped Brie Appetizer With Peppered Fig Compote is a delicious appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. This appetizer is a crowd-pleaser and is very easy to make. The brie cheese is whipped to make it light and creamy and the fig compote adds a touch of sweetness and spice. This dish is perfect for those who love cheese and fruits. The figs add a new taste to the traditional cheese board and this appetizer will leave your guests wanting more. It's best served warm and will definitely impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a bowl, toss the fig quarters with the port wine and set aside.
3.	Place the brie cheese in a mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until it is completely smooth.
4.	Add a 1/4 teaspoon of fresh ground pepper and 2 tbsp of olive oil to the brie cheese mixture and mix it in.
5.	Spread the brie cheese mixture on the thinly sliced baguette and place them on a baking sheet. Bake the slices for 4-5 minutes or until the brie has melted.
6.	In a pan, heat up 1 tbsp of olive oil and add the port wine and fig mixture to it. Add 1 tbsp of balsamic vinegar and reduce the mixture on medium heat for 10 minutes or until it has a jam-like consistency.
7.	Add a pinch of sea salt to taste.
8.	Top the baked brie slices with the fig compote and serve warm.

PROS

This appetizer is easy to make and takes only a few ingredients.

The sweet and savory taste of the dish makes it a great crowd-pleaser.

The figs are full of antioxidants and dietary fiber which can improve digestion and lower the risk of heart disease.

CONS

This recipe contains high amounts of fat and calories due to the brie cheese and olive oil.

It should be enjoyed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Figs are a nutrient-dense fruit that are rich in vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A, Vitamin K, potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
They are also a great source of dietary fiber which can help regulate the digestive system and maintain a healthy gut.
Brie cheese is a good source of calcium and protein, but it should be consumed in moderation due to its high-fat content.