Camembert with baguette and fig jam
Camembert with baguette and fig jam is a classic French appetizer or light meal, featuring a wheel of soft, creamy Camembert cheese served with crusty baguette slices and sweet fig jam. This combination balances the rich, earthy cheese with the jam's fruity sweetness and the bread's satisfying crunch, making it a staple in French bistro culture.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat, primarily from the cheese, and provides a good source of protein and calcium. A typical serving offers around 400-500 calories, with significant saturated fat and a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the bread and jam.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Calcium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin A | 280 µg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 µg |
| Selenium | 15 µg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 8 µg |
Per 1 serving (approx. 120 g Camembert, 60 g baguette, 30 g fig jam) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this pairing is a quintessential example of French 'apéro' (aperitif) culture, where simple, high-quality ingredients are enjoyed before a meal. Nutritionally, the fig jam adds dietary fiber and antioxidants, which can help balance the richness of the cheese.
