Description
A delightful and elegant Fig and Brie Fillo Crinkle Pie combining crispy layers of buttery fillo pastry with creamy double brie cheese and sweet fresh figs, flavored with fresh thyme and a rich egg-cream mixture. Perfect for a sophisticated appetizer or a light savory dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Fillo Pastry
- 375g Antoniou Fillo Pastry
- 150g unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup thickened cream (240ml)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 500g double brie cheese, cut into slices
- 6 figs, thinly sliced
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Prepare Fillo Pastry: Remove the packet of fillo pastry from the fridge, keeping it in its plastic bag, and allow it to come to room temperature to prevent tearing during handling.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan forced). Brush a 24cm by 34cm rectangular baking pan with some melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Mix Egg and Cream: In a mixing jug, whisk together the eggs, thickened cream, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Set aside for later use.
- Fold Fillo Pastry: Lay two sheets of fillo pastry on your workspace, one on top of the other, with the short sides facing you. Using your fingers, fold the pastry into a concertina (accordion) shape. Transfer the folded fillo pastry to the prepared baking pan. Repeat until the pan is full with all folded fillo pastry.
- Assemble the Pie: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the fillo layers using a pastry brush. Nestle slices of double brie cheese and thinly sliced figs into the pastry layers. Pour the egg and cream mixture over the top. Finally, sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the pie to add aromatic flavor.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm to enjoy the contrast of the crispy pastry and melty cheese with sweet figs.
Notes
- You can use any shape baking dish; just adjust the fillo pastry folding to fit your pan.
- Allowing the fillo pastry to come to room temperature helps prevent tearing.
- Use fresh thyme for the best aromatic flavor, but dried thyme can be substituted if necessary.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the brie with a plant-based cheese and use a non-dairy cream alternative.
- Serve as a starter or a light vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Savory Pie, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
Keywords: Fig pie, Brie, Fillo pastry, Savory tart, Vegetarian appetizer, Mediterranean savory pie, Fig and cheese pie
