Super source
Energy
306 kcal · 15% DV target
A celebrated French soft-ripened cheese characterized by its velvety edible rind and buttery, flowing interior, Brie serves as a dense source of lipids and fat-soluble nutrients.
Brie is classified as a high-fat food, typically containing between 20g and 40g of fat per 100g, with a significant portion consisting of saturated fats .2
While institutional guidelines often recommend low-fat dairy to reduce cardiovascular risk, some emerging reports suggest that full-fat dairy products like Brie may not have the same negative impact on heart health or type 2 diabetes risk as previously assumed .6
The edible white rind of Brie is a complex ecosystem of microorganisms, including Penicillium candidum and various lactic acid bacteria, which are responsible for the cheese's ripening and texture .610
Although dairy is often associated with weight management, research indicates that cheese only supports body fat reduction when consumed as part of a calorie-restricted diet; without calorie limits, high-fat dairy intake may lead to weight gain .3
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
306 kcal · 15% DV target
20.3 g · 41% DV target
24.8 g · 32% DV target
15.6 g · 78% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.87 g · 87% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.14 g · Top 21% of dairy & cheese
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Wrap in wax paper to allow the cheese to breathe.
Dairy production has a higher carbon footprint than plant-based alternatives but lower than red meat.
Historically known as the 'Queen of Cheeses,' Brie was famously declared the finest of all cheeses during a diplomatic tasting at the 1815 Congress of Vienna.