Brie
VegetarianVelvety brie melts into luscious, buttery pools on pizza, adding French-inspired elegance.
Brie brings a luxurious, French-inspired touch to pizza with its creamy, buttery interior that melts into decadent pools when heated. The edible white rind adds a subtle mushroomy earthiness that deepens the cheese's flavor profile. Brie pairs beautifully with sweet fruits, nuts, and cured meats, making it an ideal choice for sophisticated, flavor-forward pizzas that feel special occasion-worthy.
Flavor Profile
Season: all year
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Brie
Brie & Pear Elegance
White Garlic-Parmesan Cream Sauce
“A elegant White Garlic Parmesan Cream-based pizza bringing together Brie, Pear, Walnut, and Honey for a garden-fresh masterpiece finished with a drizzle of Honey. Perfect for harvest season warmth.”
Pesto Prosciutto & Brie
Classic Basil Pesto
“This sophisticated pizza combines the richness of Pesto Basil sauce with Prosciutto, Brie, Walnut, and Honey finished with a drizzle of Honey, creating a indulgent treat perfect for year-round enjoyment.”
Truffle Brie & Fig
Truffle Cream Sauce
“A elegant Truffle Cream-based pizza bringing together Brie, Fig, Walnut, and Arugula for a garden-fresh masterpiece finished with a drizzle of Truffle Oil. Perfect for crisp autumn evenings.”
Brown Butter Brie & Walnut
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“This plant-forward pizza starts with Brown Butter Sage sauce and tops it with Brie, Walnut, Pear, and Arugula finished with a drizzle of Honey, delivering a upscale experience suited to crisp autumn evenings.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you remove the rind before putting brie on pizza?
The rind is edible and adds a subtle earthy flavor. Slice brie into wedges or rounds with the rind on, it will soften in the oven. Some prefer to remove it for a smoother melt, but it is entirely a matter of preference.
What temperature does brie melt on pizza?
Brie starts to soften and melt around 150°F. In a hot pizza oven, it will develop a beautifully gooey consistency in minutes. Cut it into thin slices for the most even melting.
What goes well with brie on pizza?
Brie pairs best with fig, prosciutto, honey, walnut, arugula and pear. Start with one or two of these rather than piling everything on: two or three toppings per pizza keeps each flavor distinct.