Cheese Platter Cœur Passion

Featured in: Warm Cozy Dinners

This elegant cheese assortment showcases five specialty French cheeses complemented by red grapes, sliced pear and apple, dried apricots, and figs. Walnuts and almonds add crunch, while fig jam and honey offer delicate sweetness. Served alongside baguette slices and assorted crackers, it's a perfect shareable centerpiece. Allow the cheeses to warm to room temperature before arranging for full flavor. Garnish freely with herbs or edible flowers and enjoy with light red or crisp white wine.

Updated on Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:36:00 GMT
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An elegant and inviting cheese platter featuring a curated selection of French cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and artisanal accompaniments perfect for sharing and celebrating the passion for cheese.

This cheese platter always brings joy to our gatherings and never fails to impress guests with its variety and flavors.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 150 g Brie de Meaux, 150 g Saint-Nectaire, 120 g Roquefort, 150 g Comté (aged 18 months), 120 g Chèvre (goat cheese log)
  • Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 pear thinly sliced, 1 apple thinly sliced, 8 10 dried apricots, 8 10 dried figs
  • Accompaniments: 50 g walnuts, 50 g almonds, 1 small jar fig jam, 1 small jar honey
  • Breads & Crackers: 1 baguette sliced, 1 packet assorted crackers

Instructions

Step 1:
Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30 45 minutes before serving to bring to room temperature and enhance flavors.
Step 2:
Arrange cheeses on a large platter or wooden board spacing them evenly and cutting a few slices from each to invite tasting.
Step 3:
Fill gaps with grapes pear and apple slices dried apricots and figs.
Step 4:
Scatter walnuts and almonds around the cheeses for crunch and visual appeal.
Step 5:
Place small bowls of fig jam and honey on the platter for pairing.
Step 6:
Serve with slices of baguette and assorted crackers on the side.
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Beautifully arranged Cheese Platter Cœur Passion with grapes, nuts, and delicious artisanal accompaniments. | sagekettle.com

This platter brings the family together, sparking conversations and smiles with every bite shared.

Notes

For an extra touch add a few sprigs of fresh rosemary or edible flowers for decoration. Pair with a light red wine (Beaujolais) or a crisp white (Sancerre). Swap in seasonal fruits or other favorite cheeses as desired.

Required Tools

Large serving platter or wooden board Cheese knives Small bowls for jams and honey Bread knife

Allergen Information

Contains Milk/Dairy Tree Nuts (walnuts almonds) Gluten (baguette crackers). If serving guests with allergies ensure all accompaniments and breads are clearly labeled and consider gluten-free options.

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This inviting Cheese Platter Cœur Passion offers a vibrant selection of French cheeses and fruits. | sagekettle.com

Serve with warmth and enjoy the rich diversity of flavors in every bite.

Recipe Q&A

What cheeses are included in this selection?

The platter features Brie de Meaux, Saint-Nectaire, Roquefort, aged Comté, and Chèvre goat cheese.

How should the cheeses be prepared before serving?

Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30–45 minutes ahead to reach room temperature and enhance their flavors.

Which fruits complement the cheeses best?

Fresh red grapes, sliced pear and apple, plus dried apricots and figs provide a balance of sweetness and texture.

What accompaniments add texture and flavor?

Walnuts, almonds, fig jam, and honey bring crunch and subtle sweetness that pair beautifully with the cheeses.

What bread options work well with this assortment?

Sliced baguette and assorted crackers offer contrasting textures ideal for sampling the cheese and toppings.

Cheese Platter Cœur Passion

Curated French cheeses paired with fruits, nuts, fig jam, honey, and baguette for stylish entertaining.

Setup Time
20 min
Time to Cook
1 min
Total Duration
21 min
Created by Elena Brooks

Classification Warm Cozy Dinners

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine French

Batch Size 7 Portions

Dietary Details Meat-free

Components

Cheeses

01 5.3 oz Brie de Meaux
02 5.3 oz Saint-Nectaire
03 4.2 oz Roquefort
04 5.3 oz Aged Comté (18 months)
05 4.2 oz Chèvre (goat cheese log)

Fruits

01 1 bunch red grapes
02 1 pear, thinly sliced
03 1 apple, thinly sliced
04 8 to 10 dried apricots
05 8 to 10 dried figs

Accompaniments

01 1.8 oz walnuts
02 1.8 oz almonds
03 1 small jar fig jam
04 1 small jar honey

Breads & Crackers

01 1 baguette, sliced
02 1 packet assorted crackers

Directions

Step 01

Bring cheeses to room temperature: Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30 to 45 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor profiles.

Step 02

Arrange cheeses on serving platter: Place cheeses evenly spaced on a large platter or wooden board; cut a few slices from each to encourage tasting.

Step 03

Add fresh and dried fruits: Fill the spaces between cheeses with grapes, pear slices, apple slices, dried apricots, and dried figs.

Step 04

Incorporate nuts for texture: Scatter walnuts and almonds around the cheeses to add crunch and enhance visual appeal.

Step 05

Provide sweet accompaniments: Place small bowls of fig jam and honey on the platter for pairing with cheeses.

Step 06

Serve with bread and crackers: Present sliced baguette and assorted crackers alongside the platter to complete the offering.

Tools Needed

  • Large serving platter or wooden board
  • Cheese knives
  • Small bowls for jams and honey
  • Bread knife

Allergy Alerts

Review every ingredient to spot possible allergens. Consult your doctor if unsure.
  • Contains milk/dairy, tree nuts (walnuts, almonds), and gluten (baguette, crackers).

Nutrition Info (per portion)

Nutritional details are for reference and don't substitute medical advice.
  • Energy (Calories): 330
  • Lipids: 22 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Proteins: 13 g