Save An elegant and playful cheese board featuring a variety of cheeses, fresh grapes, dried cranberries, nuts, and crackers. Perfect for entertaining or as an impressive appetizer.
The combination of fruits and nuts brings a fresh and crunchy contrast to the creamy cheeses providing a delightful experience every time.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g cheddar cheese cubed 120 g brie cheese sliced 120 g manchego cheese sliced 120 g blue cheese crumbled
- Fruits: 1 cup red grapes washed and halved if large 1 cup green grapes washed and halved if large ½ cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: ½ cup roasted almonds ½ cup walnuts ¼ cup honey
- Crackers & Bread: 150 g assorted crackers 1 small baguette sliced
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs or mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large platter grouping each type together.
- Add Fruits:
- Add grapes and dried cranberries around the cheeses creating a balanced visual appeal.
- Scatter Nuts:
- Scatter the nuts in small piles or bowls on the board.
- Place Honey:
- Place honey in a small bowl with a honey dipper or spoon.
- Fill Spaces:
- Fill remaining spaces with crackers and baguette slices.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or mint leaves if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately allowing guests to assemble their own combinations.
Save This cheese board often brings friends and family together enjoying a relaxed and elegant snack time.
Serving Suggestions
Pair this cheese board with a crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a light red like Pinot Noir for an enhanced tasting experience.
Storage Tips
Prepare the components separately and assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
Variations
Add fig jam or apple slices for extra sweetness or swap nuts and fruits based on seasonality.
Save Enjoy assembling and sharing this beautiful cheese board perfect for any occasion.
Kitchen Guide
- → What cheeses work best on this board?
Cheddar, brie, manchego, and blue cheeses provide a balanced mix of textures and flavors, from creamy to sharp.
- → How should fruits be prepared?
Wash grapes and halve large ones for easy serving; dried cranberries add a sweet, tart touch.
- → Can I substitute the nuts?
Yes, feel free to swap roasted almonds and walnuts with your preferred nuts while keeping a crunchy element.
- → What breads and crackers are ideal?
Assorted crackers paired with sliced small baguette offer varied textures and flavors to complement the cheeses.
- → How can I add visual appeal to the platter?
Arrange fruit and cheese thoughtfully, and garnish with fresh rosemary or mint leaves for color and aroma.