triple creme
triple crème (noun) A type of fresh, soft French cheese characterized by an exceptionally high fat content. Specifically, it must contain a minimum of 72% fat in its dry matter, resulting in an extremely rich, creamy, and luxurious texture and flavor.
The term "triple crème" is used to classify and describe a specific category of rich, soft-ripened cheeses. It is often found on cheese labels, menus, and in gourmet discussions. * For example: The cheese board featured a decadent triple crème from Normandy. * For example: She prefers the indulgent texture of a triple crème over firmer cheeses.
While "triple crème" precisely denotes the fat content, it is often used more broadly in gastronomic contexts to imply supreme richness and quality. * For example: The dessert had a triple crème richness, though it contained no actual cheese.
- Double Crème (noun): A related classification for soft French cheese containing a minimum of 60% fat in the dry matter. It is rich but less so than triple crème.
- Brie (noun): A famous type of soft-ripened cheese. Some Bries are made as triple crèmes, but not all Bries meet this fat standard.
- Fromage à Pâte Molle (noun): The French term for "soft-ripened cheese," the broader category to which triple crème belongs.
- Rich cheese (noun phrase): A general descriptor, but does not specify the exact fat content.
- Decadent cheese (noun phrase): Emphasizes the luxurious, indulgent quality.
- Triple-crème cheese (noun phrase): A fuller, more descriptive form of the term, often used interchangeably.
- For example: We sampled a wonderful triple-crème cheese with a bloomy rind.
- fresh soft French cheese containing at least 72% fat