vegetarian brie
substitute.

7 vegetarian substitutes for brie — top pick Camembert at 100% function match.

all substitutes on this page are vegetarian

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01

Camembert

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Nearly identical, slightly earthier

02

Gouda

10.0
1 oz : 1 oz

Young gouda; creamy and mild when warm

03

Ricotta

10.0
1 1/4 oz : 1 oz

Spread on toast or crackers for soft texture

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04

Goat Cheese

10.0
1 oz : 1 oz

Fresh chevre; tangier with similar creaminess

05

Cream Cheese

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Similar creaminess, firmer texture

06

Neufchatel

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Lighter cream cheese, spreads well

07

Mascarpone

6.7
1 oz : 1 oz

Richer and sweeter; won't form a rind

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Goat Cheese: Tangier with goat milk sharpness

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Cream Cheese: Cream cheese is firmer, won't form a rind

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Neufchatel: Lighter cream cheese — spreads well but different

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Mascarpone: Mascarpone is richer and won't form a rind

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Mascarpone: Won't hold shape on a cheese board

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