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Brie Cake with Classic French Radish Butter

Brie Cake with Classic French Radish Butter: A Savory Delight

Brie Cake with Classic French Radish Butter offers a savory and elegant appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 large Saint Angel brie square Consider Brillat-Savarin or Mt. Tam as alternatives.
  • 6 oz triple créme brie Rind removed, room temperature.
  • 6 oz unsalted butter Room temperature.
For the Filling
  • 4 pcs French radishes Squeeze out excess moisture if using regular red radishes.
  • 3 tbsp chives, chopped Adds a delightful fresh herbaceous note.
  • 1 pc lemon, zested Brightens up the filling.
  • 1 pinch flaky salt Elevates all the flavors.
For Decoration
  • 6 pcs mini radishes For garnish.
  • edible flowers Optional but enhances presentation.
  • honeycomb Sweet contrast to savory elements.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • piping bag
  • Box Grater
  • Mixing Bowl
  • clean kitchen towel

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Place the large Saint Angel brie square in the freezer for 10 minutes to make it easier to cut.
  2. Slice the brie horizontally in half to create two equal layers.
  3. Wash and trim the French radishes. Shred them and squeeze out excess moisture.
  4. Combine the room-temperature triple créme brie with unsalted butter in a food processor until smooth.
  5. Mix remaining brie-butter blend with prepared radishes, chives, lemon zest, and flaky salt.
  6. Spread radish filling evenly over the bottom brie half and place the top half back on.
  7. Refrigerate assembled brie for 15 minutes.
  8. Pipe a decorative border on the top and sides with reserved brie-butter mixture.
  9. Garnish with mini radishes, edible flowers, and honeycomb.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mg

Notes

Ensure both the brie and butter are at room temperature for smooth mixing. Briefly freeze the brie before slicing to avoid crumbling.

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