Save to Pinterest A festive and elegant cheese display featuring creamy Brie wedges arranged in a tree shape, perfect for holiday gatherings or entertaining.
This simple Brie triangle cheese tree always impresses guests and makes holiday entertaining effortless.
Ingredients
- Brie cheese wheel: 400 g (14 oz) chilled
- Fresh rosemary sprigs: ¼ cup
- Dried cranberries: ¼ cup
- Shelled pistachios or pecans: ¼ cup
- Assorted crackers or crostini: 8 10 (gluten-free if desired)
- Star-shaped piece of yellow bell pepper or cheddar: for tree topper, optional
- Honey or fig jam: for serving, optional
Instructions
- Slice Brie:
- Slice the Brie wheel into 8 equal wedges Keep the rind on for structure
- Arrange wedges:
- Arrange the wedges on a large serving platter in a triangle tree shape with the points facing outward and the wide ends touching forming the layers of a tree
- Add rosemary:
- Tuck fresh rosemary sprigs between the wedges to mimic pine branches
- Add ornaments:
- Sprinkle dried cranberries and pistachios or pecans over the Brie for ornaments
- Place topper:
- Place the star-shaped bell pepper or cheddar piece at the top of the tree if using
- Add crackers:
- Arrange crackers or crostini around the base as the tree trunk
- Serve:
- Serve with honey or fig jam on the side if desired
Save to Pinterest My family loves gathering around this cheese tree as we celebrate the season together.
Required Tools
Sharp chefs knife Cutting board Large serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains Milk Brie cheddar and nuts if using pistachios or pecans Gluten may be present in crackers use gluten-free options if needed Always check ingredient labels if serving to guests with allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories 175 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 7 g per serving
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This Brie tree is a stunning and tasty centerpiece that’s perfect for any celebration.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of cheese works best for this display?
Chilled Brie cheese is ideal due to its creamy texture and ability to hold shape when sliced into wedges.
- → Can I substitute the nuts used in the garnish?
Yes, shelled pistachios can be replaced with pecans or omitted for a nut-free option, using pomegranate arils instead.
- → How do I keep the Brie slices intact during assembly?
Keep the rind on each wedge and chill the cheese beforehand to ensure clean slices that hold their form.
- → What are good alternatives for the cracker base?
Assorted crackers or gluten-free crostini both work well to resemble a tree trunk and provide texture contrast.
- → Is it possible to prepare this display ahead of time?
Yes, it can be assembled up to an hour before serving and kept covered in the refrigerator without losing freshness.