π·οΈ Savory Intermediate
β±οΈ 25 mins
Gourmet Sliced Brie
Project Five: Translucent cheese wheel with white rind & freezer slicing method
Master the secret technique of using translucent clay for the rich creamy interior and white clay for the bloomy rind, plus the freezer-blade slicing trick.
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Finished Masterpiece
π§° Supplies Needed
5 items
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Oven Bake Timer 200Β°F (93Β°C)
Recommended toaster oven cycle for Gourmet Sliced Brie
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π§ Pro Crafter Tip: Immediately plunge hot baked clay into a bowl of cold water to prevent breaking!
π‘ Pro Crafter Secrets
- • Translucent yellow looks dark before baking, but cures into a semi-translucent gourmet cheese texture after 5 minutes at 200Β°F.
- • Always use a brand new or very sharp blade for clean wedge cuts.
Step-by-Step Instructions
8 StepsCheck off each step as you complete it. Tap any photo to zoom in and examine miniature crafting details.
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Pro Crafter Tip: The brie edge is rounded before rolling, but crisp and cylindrical after rolling.
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Pro Crafter Tip: Freezing hardens the clay so your blade won't squish the delicate cheese wheel when slicing!
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