Ref. #EFEEDC · 780C-2
Baked Brie
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Baked Brie Technical Profile
What color is Baked Brie? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #EFEEDC. Colors similar to Baked Brie include Valspar Crème de Menthe, Dunn-Edwards Whispering Rain, Benjamin Moore Ancient Ivory. Baked Brie has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Baked Brie reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Baked Brie reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Baked Brie
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Crème de Menthe
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whispering Rain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ancient Ivory
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sweet Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sail Cloth
PPG
Nearly identical
Imagine .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Barely Pear
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sweet Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baked Brie
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baked Brie
#EFEEDC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baked Brie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baked Brie Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Baked Brie.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baked Brie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baked Brie have?
Baked Brie by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Baked Brie from other brands?
The closest matches are Crème de Menthe by Valspar (#EEECD9), Whispering Rain by Dunn-Edwards (#ECECDA), Ancient Ivory by Benjamin Moore (#EFEDDC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Baked Brie?
Baked Brie has an LRV of 81.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Baked Brie's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.