Pecan-Crusted Camembert Bites with Fig Glaze Recipe
These Pecan-Crusted Camembert Bites with Fig Glaze are a perfect blend of creamy, crunchy, and sweet flavors. Bite-sized Camembert cubes are coated in finely chopped pecans and drizzled with a luscious fig and honey glaze, garnished with fresh thyme and a pinch of sea salt. Ideal as an elegant appetizer or party snack, served alone or in mini phyllo cups or on toasted baguette slices.
- Author: Douaa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook, assembling
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cheese
- 1 wheel Camembert cheese, cut into bite-sized cubes
Coating
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans
Glaze
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fig jam
- 1 tsp butter (optional, for thinning the glaze)
Garnish
- Pinch of sea salt
- Fresh thyme for garnish
Serving Options (Optional)
- Mini phyllo cups or toasted baguette slices
- Prepare the Camembert: Slice the Camembert wheel into even, bite-sized cubes to ensure consistency in serving size and flavor.
- Coat with Pecans: Roll each Camembert cube in the finely chopped pecans, pressing gently so the coating adheres well to each piece, creating a crunchy exterior.
- Make the Fig Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the honey and fig jam. Optionally add butter and warm the mixture in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to thin the glaze, making it easier to drizzle.
- Assemble the Bites: Arrange the pecan-crusted Camembert cubes on a serving platter or place them delicately inside mini phyllo cups or on toasted baguette slices if using.
- Drizzle and Garnish: Generously drizzle the fig glaze over the pecan-coated Camembert bites. Finish with a sprinkle of sea salt and a few fresh thyme leaves to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Serve Immediately: For the best texture and taste, serve these bites immediately so the cheese remains creamy and the pecan coating stays crisp.
Notes
- Use fresh Camembert cheese for the best creamy texture.
- Chop pecans finely for a better coating that sticks well.
- The glaze can be warmed gently to make drizzling easier, but avoid overheating to preserve flavor.
- Serving on toasted baguette slices adds crunch and makes it more filling.
- Can be made ahead but assemble and drizzle glaze just before serving to keep pecans crunchy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Camembert appetizer, pecan crust, fig glaze, cheese bites, easy party recipes, elegant appetizer