Toast the pecans. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pecans for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Let cool, then roughly chop. Set aside.
1/3 cup pecans
Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
Prepare the puff pastry. Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Gently roll it with a rolling pin then using a pizza cutter, slice into 24 squares.
1 sheet puff pastry
Form the cups. Press each pastry square into a mini muffin cup, letting the edges come up slightly above the rim.
Assemble. Place a small piece of brie in each cup. Top with about 1/2 teaspoon of fig jam, then sprinkle with chopped toasted pecans. If using, add a pinch of fresh thyme.
6 oz brie cheese, 1/3 cup fig jam, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
Bake for 16-17 minutes, until the puff pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Finish and serve. Let cool in the tin for 3-5 minutes before carefully removing. If desired, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve warm.
2 tablespoons honey, Flaky sea salt