Description
These Pistachio-Crusted Brie Bites with Raspberry Honey Glaze are a delightful combination of creamy brie cheese coated in a crunchy pistachio crust, served with a sweet and tangy raspberry honey glaze.
Ingredients
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For the Brie Bites
- 1 wheel brie cheese (8 oz), cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying or Baking
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for shallow frying)
- OR
- Cooking spray (for baking option)
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
For the Raspberry Honey Glaze
Instructions
- Prepare the Brie – Place brie cubes in the freezer for 20–30 minutes to firm up. This helps prevent melting too quickly during cooking.
- Set Up Breading Station – Place flour in one bowl. Beat the egg in a second bowl. In a third bowl, combine chopped pistachios, panko breadcrumbs, thyme (if using), and black pepper.
- Coat the Brie – Dredge each brie cube in flour, dip into egg, then press into the pistachio mixture until fully coated. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and pistachio coating once more.
- Cook the Brie Bites
- Frying Method: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry brie bites for 30–45 seconds per side until golden and crisp. Remove quickly to avoid over-melting. Drain on paper towels.
- Baking Method: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place coated brie bites on a lined baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden and just soft inside.
- Make the Raspberry Honey Glaze – In a small saucepan over low heat, combine raspberries, honey, lemon juice, water, and lemon zest. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until raspberries break down and the glaze thickens slightly. Strain for a smoother sauce if desired.
- Serve – Arrange warm brie bites on a serving plate. Drizzle with raspberry honey glaze or serve glaze on the side for dipping. Serve immediately while warm and creamy inside.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brie bite
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
