Quick Tip: Grilled Brie with Honey and Toasted Pecans

Vegetarian
Popular
Health score
13%
Quick Tip: Grilled Brie with Honey and Toasted Pecans
10 min.
4
461kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and sophisticated appetizer that can be prepared in just 10 minutes, look no further than this Quick Tip: Grilled Brie with Honey and Toasted Pecans. This vegetarian delight combines the rich creaminess of melted Brie cheese with the sweetness of honey and the crunch of toasted pecans, making it an irresistible treat for cheese lovers.

Imagine the sight of a beautiful, golden wheel of Brie, perfectly grilled until it begins to ooze, served alongside warm, crisp slices of freshly toasted baguette. It's the ideal dish for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in. The balance of flavors and textures will leave your taste buds dancing, and the ease of preparation means you can spend more time savoring the experience and less time in the kitchen.

This popular recipe not only satisfies your cravings but also comes in at a reasonable 461 calories per serving, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this grilled Brie with honey and toasted pecans is bound to impress. So gather your ingredients, fire up your grill, and prepare to wow your friends and family with this exquisite and flavorful dish!

Ingredients

  • ounce wheel of brie 
  •  baguette french sliced
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • grill
  • spatula
  • toaster
  • panini press

Directions

  1. Heat an oven or toaster oven to 350°F.
  2. Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast them until they’re aromatic, about 5 minutes.
  3. Heat the panini press to medium-high heat.In batches, arrange the baguette slices on the panini press, close the lid and grill the slices until they’re toasted, about 2 minutes.
  4. Place the entire wheel of Brie on the grill, close the lid so that it’s touching the cheese without pressing it, and grill the cheese until it begins to melt (you’ll see the cheese start to depress and flatten out a little), about 3 minutes.Carefully lift up the Brie with a spatula and transfer it to a serving plate.
  5. Drizzle honey over the Brie, scatter toasted pecans over the top, and serve it with your grilled bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories461kcal
Protein16.26%
Fat52.45%
Carbs31.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.26
Glycemic Load
23.01
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.847826017634%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.46mg
Delphinidin
0.99mg
Catechin
0.99mg
Epigallocatechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:461.36kcal
23.07%
Fat:27.22g
41.88%
Saturated Fat:11.05g
69.05%
Carbohydrates:36.54g
12.18%
Net Carbohydrates:33.91g
12.33%
Sugar:8.04g
8.93%
Cholesterol:56.7mg
18.9%
Sodium:743.1mg
32.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.99g
37.98%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.33%
Vitamin B1:0.49mg
32.89%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.3%
Selenium:19.53µg
27.9%
Folate:106.83µg
26.71%
Phosphorus:203.92mg
20.39%
Calcium:179.8mg
17.98%
Zinc:2.47mg
16.48%
Vitamin B3:3.22mg
16.09%
Iron:2.81mg
15.59%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.59%
Copper:0.25mg
12.59%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.41%
Magnesium:44.18mg
11.05%
Fiber:2.63g
10.52%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.49%
Vitamin A:343.29IU
6.87%
Potassium:222.28mg
6.35%
Vitamin K:3.66µg
3.48%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.39%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%