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Whipped Camembert Butter with Mushrooms

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4-6
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: French, European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This whipped Camembert butter with sautéed mushrooms is the ultimate cozy appetizer! Creamy, rich, and packed with flavor, it pairs perfectly with crisp toasted baguette. Whether for a special gathering or an indulgent treat, this recipe is a must-try


Ingredients

  1. For the Whipped Butter:

    • 8 oz Camembert cheese, at room temperature

    • 4 oz unsalted butter, at room temperature

  2. For the Mushrooms:

    • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

    • 1 tbsp olive oil

    • 16 oz mixed mushrooms (Cremini & Shiitake), cleaned

    • 1 tsp sherry vinegar

    • Kosher salt, to taste

  3. To Serve:

    • 1 baguette, sliced

    • Olive oil, for brushing

    • Kosher salt, to taste

    • Chopped chives

    • Flaky salt (such as Maldon)


Instructions

  • Prepare the Camembert Butter:

    • Using a cheese slicer, remove the rind from the cold Camembert.

    • Let both the Camembert and butter come to room temperature.

  • Toast the Baguette:

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

    • Arrange sliced baguette on a baking sheet.

    • Brush with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.

    • Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden and crisp.

  • Sauté the Mushrooms:

    • Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium-high heat.

    • Add mushrooms and sauté, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.

    • Stir in sherry vinegar and let cook for 1 minute.

    • Season with kosher salt, to taste.

  • Blend the Camembert Butter:

    • Cut the Camembert into wedges and the butter into quarters.

    • Add both to a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.

 

  • Assemble & Serve:

    • Transfer the whipped Camembert butter to a serving bowl.

    • Season with flaky salt.

    • Spoon the sautéed mushrooms over the butter.

    • Garnish with chopped chives.

    • Serve with toasted baguette.

    • Enjoy!


Notes

  • For an extra flavor kick, try using different mushroom varieties, such as oyster mushrooms or portobello.

 

  • The whipped butter can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, allowing for easy assembly when needed.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: ~250 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg