When trimming the tree, we like to setup a cheese board on our coffee table that people can grab while focusing on the activity at hand. For a festive update on the classic cheese and cracker platter, we were inspired to add a sweet topping with a twist. After sampling Ryan & Wood’s Folly Cove Rum up in historic Gloucester, MA, our minds churned with ideas of how we could use this dark, robust flavor in cooking. Like the distillery, we decided to tie in New England influences to create a rum-inspired brie topping by incorporated Vermont maple syrup, brown sugar and mixed nuts.
PrintRum, Maple and Pecan Topped Brie
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
A Folly Cove Rum-inspired Brie topped with maple syrup, pecans, and brown sugar, creating a sweet and savory appetizer with a kick.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce wedge of Brie cheese
- 3 tablespoons dark rum
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans
- 1 box ginger snap cookies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the Brie cheese on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the dark rum, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Stir occasionally and simmer until the sugar is dissolved, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the toasted chopped pecans to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the syrup mixture.
- Pour the pecan and syrup mixture over the Brie, spreading it evenly across the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the Brie is soft and starting to melt.
- Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with ginger snap cookies on the side.
Notes
For a festive touch, serve this dish as part of a cheese board during holiday gatherings. The topping can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently before pouring over the Brie. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of rum. Pair with a variety of crackers or sliced baguette for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 30
We had this at a restaurant in Old Quebec and had to try making it at home… Unbelievable!!!
It was fantastic!!!! We had to substitute Crown Royal Maple
Whiskey because that’s all we had but this was delish!!!!!
Oh man that looks so good. So rich and hearty. I would eat the whole thing if it were in front of me, I don’t know if I could control myself. Great pic, great recipe, great post.