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This truffle brie cake appetizer is made from a sliced brie wheel layered with whipped brie mixed with fresh truffle, then stacked back together like a savory cake. It’s finished with more whipped brie and shaved truffle arranged into a simple flower, making it a rich, prep-ahead, no-bake cheese centerpiece that’s perfect for company and special occasions
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Tips For Creamy Whipped Brie
The Rind: Pop the brie that you are using for the whip in the freezer for a few minutes. Then carefully trim the rind off with a sharp know. You only want the soft center for the whipped brie.
The Temperature: Both the butter and the brie need to be room temperature before you start. This is the only way you’re going to get that fluffy whipped texture. Do not use the microwave. They both need to sit out for at least 30 minutes. The butter is better at 2 hours. Don’t leave the brie out for more than an hour. If you’re in a hurry, just cut them both up into cubes and let them sit on the counter for 20 minutes.
Prep the Ingredients
The Brie: Pop the brie wheel into the freezer for 10 minutes. Lightly oil your chef’s knife, and carefully slice horizontally. This will help you maintain the round shape and get a perfectly clean cut.
The Truffles: Finely chop one quarter of the shavings for the filling and keep the rest sliced to make the gorgeous truffle flower topping. Shave the truffle into thin slices using a truffle shaver. If you do not have one, a potato peeler works in a pinch, but you have a lot more control over how thick or thin your slices are with a dedicated slicer.
If you are trying to figure out how to buy fresh truffles, check out my full Fresh Truffle Buyer’s Guide for all the information.
Ingredient Swaps
- Brie wheel: A similar-size camembert works if you can’t find a good brie wheel. The flavor will be slightly more pronounced, but the texture and structure stay the same. You can also go with Saint Angel brie square if you want a different shape.
- Triple crème brie: A standard brie will work if triple crème isn’t available.
- Cream cheese: Mascarpone is a great substitute. It keeps the mixture smooth and rich, with a slightly softer finish.
- Fresh Truffle: Truffle preserves are a good alternative if you can’t get fresh truffle. The flavors aren’t as but the price tag is much nicer.
- Truffle Salt: Flaky sea salt works in a pinch. I really love truffle salt though so I don’t recommend swapping it if you don’t have to
Gift Guide: If you are gifting this fresh truffle brie cake, first of all, you have a very luck friend. Secondly, here are the gift boxes I used that are adorable and the perfect size.
How to Serve
Maple miso glazed short ribs are a great dish for company. The boneless short ribs slow braise all day. Use mashed potatoes to dip in the savory miso sauce. A peppery arugula with a zesty dressing is great on the side. To finish your night, warm cherries jubilee served over vanilla ice cream hits the spot.
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More Savory Brie Cake Variation
Orange and Fig Brie Cake: This variation layers a brie wheel with whipped fig-orange pistachio brie, and finishes with dried mandarin slices, honeycomb, and rosemary.
Dirty Martini Brie Cake: This blue cheese brie cake is a briny dream. Stuffed blue cheese Castelvetrano olives as a garnish on top is simply perfect.
Fresh Figs and Pistachio Brie Cake: Whipped fig jam brie is the filling for this variation. It’s finished with fresh figs, chives and honey for a soft, sweet-savory bite.
Whipped Cherry Brie Cake: Whipped cherry brie spread in between a wheel. You finish with more whipped brie, pistachios, and fresh bing cherries on top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can assemble the entire brie cake minus the toppings, wrap it tightly, and refrigerated until you’re ready to serve. When you are ready to serve, give the whipped brie a quick whip again and add that with the truffle slices and salt just before serving.
Bring the triple cream brie and cream cheese to room temperature before blending to ensure that velvety cloud texture. If you whip the cheese while it is cold, the food processor works too hard and creates excess friction. That uneven heat breaks the emulsion and leaves you with an oily, separated mess. Softened cheese whips up in seconds into a perfectly stable, airy dream.
I found them on Amazon. These gift boxes fit the Brie Cakes perfectly and I love that the top is clear so you can see how stunning they are.
Fresh truffle works best if you have it. I really like Morina Tartufi. They are a company based in Europe, but they partner with Truffle Cart for their United States customers. Their truffles are high quality without any artificial additives. Check out my truffle faq page for more information on everything truffle.
I use a truffle shaver. I love it and I also use it for shaving cheese on salad and many other things so it’s worth the investment. If you don’t have one and you need something else, you can use a potato peeler in a pinch.
Soft cheeses are more perishable because of their higher moisture content. If the brie sits out for longer than two hours, it’s best just to toss it. For more information, U.S. Dairy has a full How Long Can Cheese Sit Out article.
Nadia’s Tips
- Freeze your brie wheel for 10 minutes and oil a sharp knife to ensure that you have a super clean slice for your brie wheel.
- Allow the triple cream brie and cream cheese to reach room temperature before blending. This makes so much of a difference in the texture outcome.
- Shave the truffles slowly and steadily to create paper thin slices.
- Don’t rush the chill. Let this truffle brie cake chill for the full 30 minute intervals to properly set the layers.
Equipment
- 2 bowls
- spreader
Ingredients
- 1 brie wheel
- 6 oz triple creme brie, rind removed, room temperature
- 2 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 oz black truffle
- truffle salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Brie: Place the wheel of brie in the freezer for 10 minutes. With a slightly oiled knife, carefully slice horizontally through the middle of the brie.1 brie wheel
- Whipped Brie: In a food processor, blend the triple cream brie (rind removed) with the cream cheese until smooth. Divide the mixture into two bowls.6 oz triple creme brie, 2 oz cream cheese
- Prepare the Truffle: Shave the truffle into thin strips. Finely chop about ¼ of the shavings and mix them into one of the bowls of whipped brie.1 oz black truffle
- Make the Brie Cake: Spread the truffle whipped brie on the cut side of the bottom brie slice, then place the top half over it. Use a butter knife or a spreader to clean up around the edges. Refrigerate 30 minutes to set.
- Finish and Serve: Spread the remaining plain whipped brie from the other bowl on top. Sprinkle the top with truffle salt and then arrange the rest of the black truffle slices into a flower. Chill for another 30 minutes uncovered. Serve on top of toasted baguettes slices and enjoy!truffle salt
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Nutrition
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