Whipped Brie Cheese with Honey and Thyme

5 from 1 vote

Whipped Brie Cheese with Honey and Thyme is one of those party appetizers that looks fancy but takes almost no effort.

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Low Salt, Vegetarian

Servings: people

Calories: 234kcal

Use cold, chilled brie cheese as it is easier to trim and handle. Remove the rind from all sides with a sharp knife. Try to take just the surface off, keeping as much of the soft centre as possible.
Cut the cheese into small cubes; this helps it whip more evenly.
Place the cubes in a bowl and leave them at room temperature for about 10 minutes. You want them soft enough to mix but not warm. If the cheese gets too warm, it can turn greasy instead of creamy.
Thermomix is the best option for whipping the brie cheese in a matter of seconds if you have one, but a stand mixer or a hand mixer would do the job equally nice. Transfer the cubes to a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or use a hand mixer in a deep bowl.
Start at a low speed to break the cheese apart, then increase to medium. Whip for 5 to 7 minutes, scraping the sides a few times so everything combines evenly.
You’ll know it’s ready when the mixture looks pale and smooth, with a light, spreadable texture, like thick whipped cream.
Spoon the whipped Brie into a shallow serving bowl or plate. Use the back of the spoon to create soft swirls. Drizzle honey across the top and scatter the thyme leaves and a pinch of sea salt over the surface. If you enjoy a slight peppery kick, finish with a little black pepper.
Serve immediately with toast, crackers, or fruit. The cheese should be soft enough to spread easily.

Trim carefully. Too much rind makes the texture rough. Keep your knife shallow for clean cuts.
Keep the cheese slightly cool. Room temperature that’s on the cool side is ideal; warm Brie can turn oily.
Whip long enough. Give it time to become fluffy. If it looks dense, keep mixing for another minute.
Scrape the bowl often. Cheese sticks to the sides. Mixing evenly gives you that smooth finish.
Serve at room temperature. Cold whipped Brie loses its soft texture. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Finish fresh. Add honey and thyme right before guests arrive. It keeps the topping glossy and bright.