Save A festive and visually stunning platter featuring a delightful assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and nuts, all arranged in a star shape—perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g Brie, sliced into wedges 120 g Aged Cheddar, cubed 120 g Manchego, sliced
- Charcuterie: 80 g Prosciutto, folded 80 g Salami, rolled
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, halved 1 cup strawberries, halved 1 small apple, thinly sliced
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers 1 small baguette, sliced
- Nuts & Condiments: ½ cup roasted almonds ½ cup walnuts ¼ cup green olives ¼ cup fig jam or honey
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place a large star-shaped board or use parchment paper to outline a star shape on a flat platter.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese selections evenly along the stars points and inner arms for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Layer charcuterie slices in gentle folds or rolls between the cheeses, maintaining the star outline.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with fruits, placing them in small clusters for color contrast.
- Step 5:
- Add crackers and baguette slices around and within the star, ensuring easy access.
- Step 6:
- Scatter nuts and olives throughout, filling remaining spaces and adding texture.
- Step 7:
- Serve fig jam or honey in a small bowl on the board or to the side.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately, ensuring all items are at room temperature for best flavor.
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Save Recipe Q&A
- → What cheeses are best for this board?
Choose a mix of textures and flavors such as Brie, aged Cheddar, and Manchego for a balanced taste.
- → Can I make this appetizer board vegetarian?
Yes, replace charcuterie with marinated vegetables or additional cheeses to suit vegetarian preferences.
- → How should the fruits be prepared?
Fruits like grapes and strawberries should be halved, while apples are thinly sliced to fit beautifully along the star shape.
- → What garnishes complement this board?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers provide a festive touch and enhance the board’s presentation.
- → Are there gluten-free options available?
Use gluten-free crackers or omit bread options to accommodate gluten-free diets without losing texture variety.
- → How do I serve fig jam or honey on the board?
Place fig jam or honey in a small bowl on or beside the board to pair with cheeses and nuts.