When you need a quick appetizer that feels warm, elegant, and effortless, this Grilled Brie with Honey, Pistachios & Apples is the one to bookmark. The Brie melts into a creamy center, the pistachios add the perfect nutty crunch, and the warm fruit drizzled in honey brings it all together. It takes just a few minutes on the grill, but it tastes like something you’d order at a cozy wine bar. Serve it with crostinis and watch it disappear fast.

This one is simple, beautiful, and always a crowd favorite.

What You Need to Make Grilled Brie with Honey, Pistachios & Apples

Brie wheel (8 oz)
Pistachios
Honey
Seasonal fruit like apples
Salt
Crostinis
Cast iron skillet
Grill preheated to 350°F

Before You Get Started

Make sure your puff pastry is defrosted if you’re using frozen crostinis — and have your serving board ready because once the Brie comes off the grill, it needs to be served warm right away. Scoring the Brie helps it melt evenly, and using a cast iron skillet ensures nothing sticks or burns on the grill grates.

How to Make Grilled Brie with Honey, Pistachios & Apples

1

Preheat Your Grill

Heat your grill to 350°F, lid closed, so it’s fully warmed and ready for the skillet.

2

Prepare the Brie

Lightly score the top of the Brie in a crosshatch pattern. This allows the cheese to soften beautifully and absorb the toppings.

3

Warm the Brie

Place the Brie in a greased 8–10 inch cast iron skillet.
Set the skillet on the grill and warm for 5–7 minutes, until the center is soft and melty.

4

Add the Fruit & Nuts

Arrange sliced apples and pistachios over and around the Brie.
Close the lid and warm for 2–3 more minutes so everything softens and the flavors meld.

5

Finish with Honey

Drizzle generously with honey and add a light sprinkle of salt.
The warm honey sinks into the Brie and creates the perfect sweet-salty finish.

6

Serve Warm

Serve right from the skillet with crostinis.
This appetizer is best enjoyed immediately while the Brie is perfectly gooey.