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This recipe lines whipped brie with an amazing spicy berry jam, then tops it with chives and crushed pistachios. This appetizer is perfect for the holidays, but you will crave this dip year-round!
About the Taste
This dip is bursting with holiday flavors. The base is a buttery whipped brie is perfectly light and airy. But the star of the show is the spicy berry jam. It hits you with that deep, jammy sweetness first, followed by a smoky, nutty heat from the salsa macha. The rosemary and lemon zest add an herbal brightness that keeps the flavor profile feeling fresh and balanced.
Every bite gives you a mix of creamy cheese, sticky-sweet heat, and a toasted crunch from the pistachios. The chives and flaky salt provide a sharp, savory finish that cuts right through the richness. It is bold, sophisticated, and completely addictive when spread over a warm, crispy baguette.
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Prep the Ingredients
- Chill the brie for 15 minutes to shave off the rind without making a mess, then let the cheese reach room temperature.
- Simmer the berry jam, salsa macha, lemon zest, rosemary, and honey until thickened.
- Place the jam jar in an ice bath to cool it quickly and keep those flavors bright.
- Toast the pistachios in a dry pan until golden and fragrant before giving them a fine chop.
- Finely mince the chives for that perfect savory pop.
- Fill the piping bags and store them in the fridge up to two days ahead of time.
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Ingredient Swaps
- Brie: Triple-cream brie or Camembert both work beautifully.
- Jam: Use any berry, cherry, fig, cranberry jam – whatever your cravings are telling you to work with!
- Honey: If you want more kick, swap your regular honey for hot honey instead – think Hot Honey Brie vibes.
- Salsa Macha: Swap for chipotle adobo, Calabrian chili paste, or harissa instead.
- Pistachios: Use toasted almonds, hazelnuts, or even candied pecans for an extra festive vibe.
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The Perfect Pairings
London Mule: In keeping with the holiday vibe, this cocktail has warm vanilla and cinnamon that pair perfectly while eating your whipped brie and spicy jam appetizer.
Boneless Prime Rib: This one will make your mouth water just thinking about it! Tender and juicy slow-roasted prime rib with the au jus and horseradish, it doesn’t get better than that.
Potato Puree: You can’t have this menu and not include creamy mashed potatoes. This one boils the potatoes in cream and garlic, infusing them with flavor right from the start.
Handheld Wedge Salad: These are so fun for company. They are individual handheld salads. This one is with a delicious homemade blue cheese dressing, but you can always use classic ranch, Italian, whatever your dressing preference is.
Nadia’s Tips
- Room Temperature: Let the cheeses come to room temperature before blending. Blending while cold breaks the emulsion and creates an oily texture instead of a lush, velvety cloud.
- Piping Bag Tips:
- Stand your bags in a tall glass and fold the edges over the rim to make filling them with the whipped brie and jam completely seamless
- Take the filled bags out of the fridge 30 minutes before you want to serve. This gives the cheese enough time to soften into a perfectly spreadable consistency.
- Hold your piping bags at a 45 degree angle for those clean, professional lines that make the plate look like a work of art.
Spiced Berry Jam and Whipped Brie Dip FAQ
Yes! That’s part of what makes this such an easy appetizer recipe! You can prepare the whipped brie and spicy berry jam up to two days in advance. Keep both refrigerated in separate piping bags or airtight containers. About 30 minutes before serving, pipe them on the plate, sprinkle the toppings, and let the whipped brie and jam come to room temperature so you have that creamy, spreadable texture.
Any berry jam works great – strawberry, blackberry, or even cherry. If you want a little extra tang, try cranberry or fig jam for a festive twist. I used Bonne Maman – Four Fruits Preserves, and it happened to come in a 13 oz, but if you use a different brand that is a little bit of a different size, that’s okay.
You can get creative with it and change up the design on the serving plate, swirl it in a bowl together (don’t over-mix) or whatever you want. Use warm baguette slices or crackers to scoop it in your mouth!
Equipment
- 1 piping bags, or Ziploc bag with the end cut off
- serving platter
Ingredients
- 10 oz brie, rind removed
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 13 oz berry jam, I used Bonne Maman – Four Fruits Preserves
- 1 tbsp salsa macha, or chipotle adobo
- ½ lemon, zest only
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp honey
- pistachios, toasted and chopped
- chives, chopped, to taste
- flaky salt, to taste
- warm bread, for serving
Instructions
- Whip the cheese: In a food processor, blend the brie and cream cheese until smooth. Transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm slightly.10 oz brie, 2 oz cream cheese
- Make the Spicy Berry Jam: In a small saucepan, combine the jam, salsa macha, lemon zest, rosemary, and honey. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–6 minutes until slightly thickened. Return the jam to its jar and cool it quickly by placing the jar in a bowl of ice water, or refrigerate until fully chilled. When cooled, add it to a piping bag.13 oz berry jam, 1 tbsp salsa macha, ½ lemon, 2 tsp fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp honey
- Pipe and Plate: Pipe the brie onto your serving plate in smooth, even horizontal strips, leaving a bit of space between each. Hold the bag at a 45° angle for the cleanest lines. Pipe the jam in between each brie strip.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped pistachios, chives, and flaky salt over the top. Serve immediately with warm bread or toasted baguette slices for dipping and spreading. Enjoy!pistachios, chives, flaky salt
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Notes
- Put your piping bag or Ziploc bag in a glass and fold the edges over the rim – it makes filling it much easier!
- For Gluten-Free: Serve with gluten-free bread or crackers if desired
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
