Save to Pinterest 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.
This cheese board is always a hit at parties and makes entertaining effortless and stylish.
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.
- Prepare 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 to Pinterest My family loves gathering around this cheese board especially during holidays and celebrations.
Notes
For a playful cheese man theme use grapes and cranberries to form a simple face or body shape on the board. Add fig jam or apple slices for extra sweetness. Pair with a crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a light red like Pinot Noir.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or wooden board. Small bowls for honey and nuts. Cheese knives. Spoon or honey dipper.
Nutritional Information
Calories 370 Total Fat 20 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 13 g per serving.
Save to Pinterest This cheese board is a simple yet impressive appetizer perfect for any occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of cheeses work best on this board?
A combination of cheddar, brie, manchego, and blue cheese provides varied textures and flavors that complement the fruits and nuts.
- → How should the grapes be prepared?
Wash the grapes thoroughly and halve the larger ones to make them easier to pick and eat.
- → Can I substitute the nuts featured here?
Yes, roasted almonds and walnuts are suggested, but other nuts like pecans or cashews can also add nice texture and flavor.
- → What is the best way to serve the honey?
Place honey in a small bowl with a honey dipper or spoon to allow easy drizzling over cheeses and crackers.
- → Are there any suggested garnishes for extra flavor?
Fresh rosemary sprigs or mint leaves provide a fragrant touch and enhance the board’s visual appeal.
- → What beverages pair well with this board?
Crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc or light reds such as Pinot Noir complement the flavors nicely.