Save A vibrant, seasonal cheese platter featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers, artfully arranged with autumn leaves for a festive and elegant presentation.
This platter always brings joy to our gatherings and makes entertaining effortless.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar sliced, 150 g brie wedge, 150 g blue cheese wedge, 120 g goat cheese log sliced, 120 g smoked gouda sliced
- Fruits: 1 ripe pear sliced, 1 small apple sliced, 1 bunch red grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup raw pecans, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette sliced, 150 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, Clean non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (optional not for eating)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter spacing them to allow for easy serving.
- Fan Fruits:
- Fan out the apple and pear slices around the cheeses.
- Cluster Grapes:
- Cluster the grapes in small bunches and scatter them across the board.
- Add Dried Fruits:
- Add dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
- Distribute Nuts:
- Distribute pecans and walnuts in between the fruit and cheese groups.
- Place Crackers:
- Place the sliced baguette and crackers around the edges of the board.
- Drizzle Honey:
- Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve it in a small bowl with a spoon.
- Add Herbs:
- Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for aroma and visual appeal.
- Garnish:
- Garnish the platter with clean non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive touch (remind guests the leaves are decorative only).
- Serve:
- Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor.
Save This platter always sparks conversation and brings family together during the holidays.
Notes
Select cheeses with a variety of textures and flavors for interest. For a vegan option substitute plant-based cheeses and omit honey. Add cured meats such as prosciutto or salami for a non-vegetarian version. Pair with a crisp white wine or a light red such as Pinot Noir.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or serving platter Cheese knives Small bowls for honey or spreads Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk cheese gluten bread some crackers and tree nuts pecans walnuts. Always check cheese cracker and bread labels for allergens or cross-contamination warnings.
Save A beautiful platter that combines flavor texture and seasonal appeal perfect for any gathering.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Varied textures like aged cheddar, brie, blue cheese, goat cheese, and smoked gouda add interest and flavor balance.
- → Can the honey be substituted or omitted?
Yes, honey can be left out or replaced with vegan-friendly drizzles for dietary preferences.
- → How should the platter be arranged?
Spread cheeses evenly, surround with sliced fruits, nuts, and crackers, and garnish with herbs and decorative leaves for an inviting look.
- → Are the autumn leaves edible?
No, the leaves serve decorative purposes only and should not be consumed.
- → What beverages pair well with this spread?
Crisp white wines or light reds like Pinot Noir complement the cheese and fruit flavors beautifully.