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Creative Recipes » Appetizers » Cheese » Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese

Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese

Nov 27, 2017 10 Comments

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Brie Cheese Recipe with Balsamic Jalapeno Pomegranate

Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese with pecans makes an elegant gourmet holiday appetizer that is ready in 5 minutes with only 4 ingredients.

Brie Cheese Appetizer with Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, Pomegranates and Pecans

I love Brie Cheese. It turns any recipe into a gourmet recipe. At Christmas time and holiday time, it adds a touch of festive elegance as well as incredible creamy, cheesy flavor.

Believe it or not, this beautiful and impressive Brie Cheese is ready in only 5 minutes! It is true!

It microwaves beautifully and results in a creamy, melty cheese that is perfect served with toast or crackers and this wonderful Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, and Pomegranate Seeds and Pecans.

Brie Cheese with Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, Pomegranates and Pecans

At Christmas or Holiday time or anytime, this Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese with  Pecans will impress your guests and they will never know how easy it is to make (unless they read this blog post!) Be sure to serve this at your next holiday party, along with Roasted Red Pepper Ricotta Crostini, and Pepper Steak in Wonton Cups.

Inspiration for this hit me at the grocery store. I knew I wanted a Brie Cheese appetizer but I was having trouble deciding on how to top it. I knew I wanted Pomegranates on top because they remind of Christmas and the holidays. They are so festive looking.

Then I saw this Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction at the store and I bought it on impulse. It was an excellent buy because it had incredible flavor and paired really with the pomegranates and brie. Sprinkle a few pecans on top and you have the Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese! Easy Peasy!

Balsamic Jalapeno Pomegranate Brie

Yes, I know. I know. There is probably a 99% chance that you will not find the Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction in your store, unless you live in South Texas.

However, I want you to be able to make this recipe, so I added a recipe for a Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction to this recipe so you can make it at home. Thankfully, it is easy too.

See, I do think of you, my readers, no matter where you live. I realize that not everyone is as lucky as me to live in Texas! 🙂 (I just had to throw that in. You know we Texans are very proud folks! OK. OK. Yes, MAYBE even cocky or possibly, even a little obnoxious!). But it is ok! Why? Because we have REALLY good food! 🙂

Brie Cheese Recipe with Balsamic Jalapeno Pomegranate

We Texans have reason to be proud. We have cool products like this Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, and cowboys, and Texas BBQ and Tex-Mex!

However, I digress. Yes, I know I need to get back to this Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese Recipe.

Balsamic Jalapeno Pomegranate Brie

For the Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, all you need are Balsamic Vinegar, Honey or Maple Syrup, and pickled jalapeños. Combine the three ingredients into a saucepan on top of the stove and let it reduce until it is like a thick syrup. See detailed instructions below in the printable recipe.

Be sure to make this recipe for your holiday party and come back and leave a comment as to how you liked it! I love hearing from you!

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Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese Appetizer

Brie Cheese Appetizer with Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, Pomegranates and Pecans makes an impressive gourmet holiday appetizer in only 5 minutes with 4 ingredients.
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Keyword Balsamic Jalapeno Pomegranate Brie Appetizer, Brie Appetizer
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 3 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 100kcal
Author Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

Ingredients

Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese

  • 1 8 ounce round Brie Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Jalapeno Reduction store-bought or make your own
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Balsamic Jalapeno Reduction

  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 Tablespoons pickled sliced jalapeños use more for more heat or less for less heat

Instructions

Balsamic Jalapeño Pomegranate Brie Cheese

  • Place the round of Brie Cheese on a microwave safe serving dish.
  • Microwave the round of Brie Cheese for about 1 minute, just until it is softened.
  • Remove from the microwave.
  • Top with the the Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction, pomegranate seeds and chopped pecans.
  • Serve warm.

Balsamic Jalapeno Reduction

  • In a small saucepan over medium high heat, pour in the balsamic vinegar, honey and sliced pickled jalapeños. Bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the mixture has reduced by about half.

Notes

Start with fewer jalapeños in the Balsamic Jalapeño Reduction. See how spicy it is, and then if you want it to be spicier, then add more sliced pickled jalapeños. If you like it even spicier, then use real jalapeños instead of pickled jalapeños for even more heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 104IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

 

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Cheese, Christmas, Easter Recipes, New Years Tagged With: appetizer, Balsamic, Balsamic Jalapeno Pomegranate Brie Cheese, Brie, Brie Cheese, Brie Cheese Appetizer, Brie Cheese Recipe, Christmas, Christmas Appetizer, Gourmet, Gourmet Appetizer, Holiday Appetizer, holidays, Jalepenos, party, Party Appetizer, pecans, pomegranate, Pomegranate Seeds, recipe

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  1. shelby says

    December 6, 2017 at 7:07 pm

    Brie has always been a favorite in our home, well, not Grumpy, but does he really count?! 😉 My boys and I have loved it for ever and I love the flavors you combined here. That creamy cheese and sweet heat really grab me!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      December 6, 2017 at 8:13 pm

      We love it too. It has an incredible flavor and creaminess.

      Reply
  2. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    December 6, 2017 at 9:11 pm

    Great mix of flavors!!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      December 9, 2017 at 10:35 am

      Thank you, we think so too!

      Reply
  3. Carolyn says

    December 8, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    The combination of flavors sounds perfect!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      December 9, 2017 at 10:36 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Leia says

    December 8, 2017 at 8:27 pm

    Oooo, I love using pomegranates this time of year!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      December 9, 2017 at 10:37 am

      The pomegranates make this brie so flavorful and festive!

      Reply
  5. Richa Gupta says

    December 10, 2017 at 11:33 am

    Wow this look delicious and healthy!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      December 10, 2017 at 2:17 pm

      It is. Thanks!

      Reply

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