Snowcapped Brie Parmesan Appetizer (Printable)

Creamy Brie wedges arranged like snowy peaks, dusted with Parmesan and garnished with fresh thyme.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 14 oz Brie cheese, well chilled
02 - 1.4 oz Parmesan cheese, finely grated

→ Garnish

03 - Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

# How-To:

01 - Using a sharp knife, slice the chilled Brie into 16 triangular wedges of approximately 0.9 oz each, ensuring clean cuts by maintaining the cheese's cold temperature.
02 - Position the Brie wedges upright on a serving platter with pointed ends facing upward to mimic a mountain range.
03 - Generously sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over the Brie wedges to create a snowy effect.
04 - Optionally, decorate the platter with fresh thyme sprigs to add a touch of greenery.
05 - Present immediately alongside crackers or baguette slices for accompaniment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you hired a caterer but takes less time than making toast.
  • The contrast between creamy Brie and salty Parmesan feels indulgent without any actual cooking.
  • Guests always ask how you did it, and the answer is delightfully simple.
02 -
  • Warm Brie will smear and collapse when you try to stand it upright, so chill it thoroughly before slicing.
  • Grating the Parmesan too coarsely creates clumps instead of snow, use the finest side of your grater or a microplane.
03 -
  • Freeze the Brie for fifteen minutes before slicing if it's too soft, it firms up just enough without freezing solid.
  • A microplane grater gives you the lightest, snowiest Parmesan that clings perfectly to the cheese peaks.
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