Save 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.
Save 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.
Save 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.