Aged Brie with Honey-Glazed Pears
A sophisticated appetizer featuring creamy aged Brie cheese paired with sweet, caramelized pears glazed in honey and a hint of thyme for elegant vintage appeal. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 35 minutes pairs tablespoons honey, tablespoon unsalted butter, teaspoon, leaves only fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz, rind removed and cut into wedges aged Brie cheese
- 2, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4 inch thick pears
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon, leaves only fresh thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup, toasted and roughly chopped walnuts
- 8-10 slices, toasted baguette
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange 2 peeled, cored, and 1/4-inch-thick sliced pears on a baking sheet and drizzle with 1 tablespoon honey. Bake for 15-20 minutes until tender and golden at the edges.
- Step 2: In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the baked pears and cook for 2 minutes until golden. Stir in 1 tablespoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Cook for 2 more minutes until the glaze thickens.
- Step 3: Arrange 8-10 toasted baguette slices on a serving platter. Top each with a wedge of 8 oz aged Brie (rind removed) and 2-3 slices of the glazed pear. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Aged Brie with Honey-Glazed Pears take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Aged Brie with Honey-Glazed Pears?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Aged Brie with Honey-Glazed Pears?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Aged Brie with Honey-Glazed Pears for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Aged Brie with Honey-Glazed Pears?
French quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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Absolutely wonderful.
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Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
