Hot Honey Peach & Pecan Baked Brie

This Hot Honey Peach & Pecan Baked Brie is the ultimate warm-weather appetizer — creamy, melty brie topped with juicy caramelized peaches, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of our Honey House Hot Honey for the perfect sweet-heat finish. It’s elegant, simple, and always a crowd-pleaser whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just treating yourself.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Sweet-Heat Perfection: The combination of ripe peaches and Honey House Hot Honey creates the most irresistible balance of fruity sweetness and gentle spice.
Easy Entertaining: Just 10 minutes of prep and it bakes beautifully in the oven — ideal for last-minute guests.
Seasonal & Fresh: It's a stunning way to use fresh summer peaches, but works year-round with frozen peach slices too.
Texture Heaven: Creamy brie, caramelized peaches, crunchy pecans — every bite is layered and delicious.
Versatile Serving: Great with crackers, crostini, fruit, or as part of a charcuterie board.
Looks Fancy, But Isn’t: Simple ingredients, big visual impact. Perfect for holiday parties, brunches, and special evenings.

Ingredients

For the Baked Brie

1 wheel brie (8 oz)
2–3 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped pecans
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for sweeter peaches)
¼ cup Honey House Hot Honey
Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary
Optional: flaky sea salt

Equipment

Baking sheet
Parchment paper or foil
Small skillet
Knife + cutting board
Spatula
Serving plate or cheese board

Pro Tips

Use Ripe Peaches: Riper peaches caramelize more easily and give a naturally sweet, juicy flavor.
Score the Brie: Lightly scoring the top helps the flavors seep into the cheese as it bakes.
Don’t Overbake: Brie melts quickly — pull it at 10–12 minutes so it’s soft but still holds its shape.
Warm the Hot Honey: Drizzling warm honey helps it flow beautifully and infuse the topping.
Serve Immediately: This appetizer is best enjoyed while the brie is hot and gooey.

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
Caramelize the peaches: In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced peaches and optional brown sugar. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
Prep the brie: Place the brie wheel on the baking sheet. Lightly score the top rind if desired.
Top the brie: Spoon the warm peaches on top. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and optional thyme or rosemary.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the brie feels soft in the center but isn’t leaking.
Finish with Hot Honey: Transfer brie to a serving plate and immediately drizzle generously with Honey House Hot Honey.
Serve: Enjoy with crackers, crostini, sliced apples, or fresh baguette.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat: Warm in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5–7 minutes until melty again.
Freezing: Not recommended — soft cheeses don’t freeze well.

Recipe Notes

The combination of peaches, pecans, and brie delivers a perfect blend of creamy, fruity, and nutty flavors. The pecans add a buttery crunch while the caramelized peaches bring a syrupy sweetness that pairs beautifully with brie's richness.

What truly makes this recipe shine is the drizzle of Honey House Hot Honey. Our raw, small-batch hot honey brings a warm, smooth heat that enhances the sweetness of the peaches without overpowering the brie. It also highlights our commitment to pure, American-sourced ingredients and thoughtful flavor craftsmanship.

Perfect Pairings

Serve this baked brie with:

Sparkling wine or prosecco
Fresh baguette or rosemary crackers
Sliced apples or pears
A summer charcuterie board
Light rosé or chilled white wine

Variation Ideas

While the classic hot honey + peach + pecan combo is divine, feel free to get creative with these alternative options:

Honey House Recommendations

Sweet-Heat Boost: Add an extra drizzle of Honey House Hot Honey before serving for more spice.
Fall Twist: Swap peaches for roasted apples and drizzle with Honey House Hot Honey for a warm autumn flavor.