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Brie blue cheese Calories
Soft-ripened, high-fat blue-veined specialty cheese
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Brie blue cheese (30 g) has 106 calories. That works out to 353 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Brie blue cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 30 g
106
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 1% · Protein 22% · Fat 77%
Brie blue cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 106 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.64 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Small Brie blue cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 20 g | 71 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 31.3 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 212 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 62.5 g | 221 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 282 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 125 g | 441 kcal |
Calculated from 353 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brie blue cheese
What is Brie blue cheese, and how is it different from regular Brie?
Brie blue cheese is a soft, Brie-style cheese with blue mold veining and a more pronounced, tangy flavor than regular Brie. It keeps Brie’s creamy texture, while standard Brie usually has a pale, un-veined interior and a milder taste.
Can you eat the rind on Brie blue cheese?
Yes, the thin, white bloomy rind on Brie blue cheese is generally edible. It forms as the cheese ripens and adds an earthy note; you can cut it away if you dislike its texture or flavor.
Is the blue mold in Brie blue cheese safe to eat?
Yes, the blue veins in Brie blue cheese come from mold cultures used to make the cheese and are meant to be eaten. Avoid it if it is past its use-by date or has become slimy or developed an unpleasant ammonia-like smell.
How is Brie blue cheese made?
Brie blue cheese is made by ripening Brie-style cheese with a blue mold culture, which creates the blue veins and distinctive flavor. Its soft white surface rind comes from the mold used for Brie’s characteristic bloomy crust.
What does Brie blue cheese taste like?
Brie blue cheese tastes creamy, buttery, and tangy, with a savory blue-mold flavor. It is usually softer and milder than many firm blue cheeses, while tasting more assertive than ordinary Brie.
How should you serve Brie blue cheese?
Let Brie blue cheese soften slightly before serving so its aroma and creamy texture are easier to appreciate. Slice it for a cheese board and serve with plain bread or crackers rather than overpowering it with heavily seasoned foods.
What pairs well with Brie blue cheese?
Pears, grapes, walnuts, and a little honey pair well with Brie blue cheese because their sweetness balances its tangy, savory flavor. Plain crackers or a mild bread make good accompaniments without competing with the cheese.
How should you store Brie blue cheese after opening?
Wrap Brie blue cheese in cheese paper or waxed paper, place it in a covered container, and refrigerate it. For the best flavor, use it within a few days; follow the package’s date and storage instructions.
Can you bake Brie blue cheese?
Yes, Brie blue cheese softens and melts when baked, making it suitable for warm bread or a simple baked cheese appetizer. Heat it gently and keep an eye on it, since overheating can cause the cheese to release oil.
Can you eat Brie blue cheese during pregnancy?
Pregnant people are generally advised to avoid soft mold-ripened cheeses such as Brie blue cheese unless they are thoroughly heated until steaming hot. Pasteurization does not remove every listeria concern, so ask your healthcare professional about your situation.
Brie blue cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
59.4µg · 7% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
96mg · 14% DV
Calcium
126mg · 13% DV
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Selenium
4.2µg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Brie blue cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Brie blue cheese
To burn the 106 calories in 1 piece (small) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Brie blue cheese?
Brie blue cheese combines Brie’s soft, ripened texture with blue-mould veining. It is associated with French-style cheese-making, though the exact character varies by maker. Beneath its pale rind, the centre is creamy and spreadable, with a tangier, saltier flavour than a plain Brie and the distinctive savoury notes of blue cheese.
Serve it in small wedges on a cheeseboard with crusty bread, pears, grapes or nuts; it also works in a sandwich or melted into a sauce. It is rich in fat and provides protein, while containing very little carbohydrate. Its bold flavour pairs well with sweet fruit, and a modest portion is often enough.
How Nutritious Is Brie blue cheese?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Brie blue cheese Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Brie blue cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Brie blue cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Brie blue cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.