Brie is a fantastic cheese to whip because it’s just so unexpected. It already has a wonderfully creamy texture, but whipping it turns it into something luscious and melt-in-your-mouth. It’s incredible paired with sweet fruits and jams, making it a fantastic choice for a charcuterie board. Add a glass of wine, and it’s simply divine.
You don’t need to use an expensive cheese to make whipped brie; just pick up whatever you find (bonus if it’s on sale)! It’s the perfect anchor to a sophisticated charcuterie spread – you won’t regret trying it!
Ingredients for Whipped Brie
There’s quite a long list for this recipe, but don’t be intimidated, it’s quite simple to make. Here’s the list of what you’ll need:
- Brie cheese
Okay, I thought it was funny, hopefully you do, too! 🤣 It’s funny because it’s true: you only need a few wheels of brie and nothing else. I do like to drizzle mine with a little honey since it pairs so well and it makes for a better presentation, but it’s not crucial.
You can also add any number of toppings. Diced, fresh fruits, nuts, or fresh herbs are all great choices. Sometimes simple really is best, though, so feel free to serve it as-is and let your guests choose their own flavor combinations
Equipment Needed
A stand mixer is best for whipping creamy, fluffy brie. A hand mixer will also do the trick, but since it takes about 10 minutes for the brie to reach the perfect consistency, you’ll need to be hands-on for that entire time. It goes quickly though, and you’ll need to be scraping the sides down every few minutes anyway.
Make sure to have a spatula ready to scrape the sides of the bowl throughout the process, and have a pretty dish or board ready for serving.
How to Make Whipped Brie
The first thing you’ll need to do is remove the rind from the brie. A sharp paring knife works best for this. Try to leave as much of the cheese as possible, but if you do end up cutting some off, just scrape it off the rind and add it back in.
Once the rind has been completely removed, place the brie in the bowl of a stand mixer. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to come to room temperature. Using the paddle attachment, “whip” the brie on medium speed for about 10 minutes until it’s a bit lighter in color and looks “fluffy.” Stop the mixer every few minutes to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
All that’s left is to put it in or on whatever you’ve decided to use for serving! A shallow bowl works really well, or you can spread it out over a food-safe board in a thin layer.
Storing and Making Ahead
You can whip the brie up to three days ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve, allow it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes beforehand.
Whipped Brie Topping Ideas
We have an entire list of charcuterie accoutrements you can choose from, but here are some of our favorites that go really well with whipped brie:
- Fresh fruit, such as raspberries, with a drizzle of honey
- Any kind of jam, especially fig jam
- Chopped nuts, such as pecans or pistachios
- Fresh herbs, whole or chopped, depending on their size
- Honeycomb
- Edible flowers
- Savory chutneys, such as bacon or onion chutney
- Coarsely cracked pepper
Don’t miss our other whipped cheese recipes:
- Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip
- Whipped Feta
- Whipped Goat Cheese with Honey
- Whipped Ricotta with Honey and Herbs
Whipped Brie
If you're a brie lover, this whipped brie will be your new favorite appetizer. It's gorgeous added to a charcuterie board or as a standalone "dip" for any gathering!
Ingredients
- 24 oz. brie cheese
Instructions
- Remove the rind from the brie using a sharp paring knife. Try to leave as much of the cheese as possible, but if you do end up cutting some off, just scrape it off the rind and add it back in.
- Place the brie in the bowl of a stand mixer. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to come to room temperature. Using the paddle attachment, “whip” the brie on medium speed for about 10 minutes until it’s a bit lighter in color and looks “fluffy.” Stop the mixer every few minutes to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Place the whipped brie in a shallow dish or spread it in a thin layer over a food-safe board. Add any toppings you like, and serve it with crackers or crostini.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 284Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 535mgCarbohydrates: 0gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 18g
The nutrition information is HIGHLY estimated. For more accurate information, we suggest using an online nutrition calculator and entering the exact amounts you use for your particular board.
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I will be serving this Sunday. I’ve never heard of it but it sounds like fun. I’m planning on serving olive tapenade and hummus so this will fit right in. Should be the star!
Hey John! It really is a fun recipe, I hope you love it! And you can never go wrong with olive tapenade and hummus. Have a great weekend!