Jingle Bell Cheese Board

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This festive cheese board showcases a variety of creamy brie, aged cheddar, blue, and goat cheeses paired with flavorful charcuterie. Fresh grapes, pomegranate, apple, and pear add a colorful, juicy contrast, complemented by candied nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives. Delicate honey and fig jam bowls enhance sweetness, while bread, crackers, and herb garnishes round out the presentation. Simply arrange and serve immediately for a visually stunning holiday spread.

Updated on Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:39:29 GMT
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The Jingle Bell Cheese Board transforms any holiday gathering into a festive celebration with its vibrant and colorful presentation. Featuring an inviting selection of creamy brie, sharp aged cheddar, tangy blue cheese, and smooth goat cheese, this board delights cheese lovers of every kind. Complemented by savory charcuterie, fresh seasonal fruits, crunchy nuts, and sweet accompaniments like honey and fig jam, it offers an array of flavors and textures that bring joy to every bite. Easy to assemble and visually stunning, this cheese board is perfect for entertaining guests or brightening your own holiday table.

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This cheese board is as flexible as it is flavorful. Whether you're catering to vegetarians or meat lovers, the mix of cheeses and fresh fruits brings a fresh vibrancy to any table. The bright red pomegranate seeds and fresh herb garnishes add a festive touch that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

  • Cheeses
    150 g Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
    150 g aged Cheddar, sliced
    100 g blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
    120 g goat cheese, log or rounds
  • Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)
    100 g prosciutto
    100 g salami, sliced
  • Fruits
    1 cup red grapes, washed
    1 cup green grapes, washed
    1 pomegranate, seeded
    1 apple, sliced
    1 pear, sliced
  • Nuts & Extras
    ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
    ½ cup dried cranberries
    ½ cup marinated olives
    ¼ cup honey
    ¼ cup fig jam
  • Crackers & Bread
    1 baguette, sliced
    150 g assorted crackers
  • Garnishes
    Fresh rosemary sprigs
    Fresh thyme sprigs

Instructions

1. Arrange the cheeses on a large board or platter, spacing them out to allow room for other ingredients.
2. Lay out the charcuterie around the cheeses, folding the slices for visual appeal.
3. Add the fresh fruits, arranging them in clusters for color and contrast.
4. Fill in gaps with nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives.
5. Place honey and fig jam in small bowls and add them to the board.
6. Add bread slices and crackers in stacks or fanned out.
7. Garnish with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
8. Serve immediately, ensuring small cheese knives and spreaders are available.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

Für eine besonders festliche Optik können Sie die Käsescheiben mit sternförmigen Keksausstechern ausstechen. Um zu vermeiden, dass Apfel- und Birnenscheiben braun werden, empfiehlt es sich, diese vor dem Anrichten leicht mit Zitronensaft zu beträufeln. Variieren Sie die Zusammensetzung der Käse- und Wurstsorten je nach Geschmack oder Ernährungsbedürfnissen.

Varianten und Anpassungen

Diese Käseplatte lässt sich leicht anpassen: Vegetarier können die Charcuterie weglassen, während Liebhaber von Fleisch die Auswahl durch weitere Wurstsorten erweitern können. Auch die Obstsorten können saisonal variiert werden, um immer frische und passende Kombinationen zu bieten.

Serviervorschläge

Servieren Sie die Jingle Bell Cheese Board mit kleinen Käsemessern und Spachteln, damit jeder Gast seine Lieblingssorten bequem genießen kann. Dazu passen gut ein Glas prickelnder Sekt, Prosecco oder ein festlicher Cocktail, der das Geschmackserlebnis abrundet.

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Mit nur 25 Minuten Vorbereitungszeit bietet diese Käseplatte eine unkomplizierte und elegante Möglichkeit, Ihre Gäste zu beeindrucken. Ob für ein gemütliches Beisammensein oder eine festliche Party – die Jingle Bell Cheese Board bringt Farbe, Geschmack und Freude an jeden Tisch.

Recipe FAQs

What cheeses work best on this board?

Use a combination of soft and firm cheeses like brie, aged cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese to offer varied textures and flavors.

Can I omit the charcuterie?

Yes, the board accommodates vegetarians by simply excluding prosciutto and salami without losing balance in taste or appearance.

How can I keep fruit slices fresh longer?

Toss apple and pear slices lightly in lemon juice before arranging to help prevent browning during serving.

What nuts and extras complement the flavors?

Candied pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives add crunch, sweetness, and tang that enhance the cheeses and fruits.

How should I arrange the board for best presentation?

Space cheeses thoughtfully, fold charcuterie slices, cluster fruits by type, fill gaps with nuts and olives, and add small bowls of honey and fig jam for a festive, inviting layout.

What drinks pair well with this assortment?

Sparklings like Prosecco or a light cocktail beautifully balance the savory and sweet elements of the board.

Jingle Bell Cheese Board

A vibrant arrangement of cheeses, meats, fruits, and nuts perfect for festive entertaining.

Prep Duration
25 min
0
Total Duration
25 min
Created by Chloe Bennett


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type International

Portions 8 Serving Size

Dietary Details None specified

Ingredient List

Cheeses

01 5.3 oz Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
02 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, sliced
03 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 4.2 oz goat cheese, log or rounds

Charcuterie

01 3.5 oz prosciutto
02 3.5 oz salami, sliced

Fruits

01 1 cup red grapes, washed
02 1 cup green grapes, washed
03 1 pomegranate, seeded
04 1 apple, sliced
05 1 pear, sliced

Nuts & Extras

01 ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
02 ½ cup dried cranberries
03 ½ cup marinated olives
04 ¼ cup honey
05 ¼ cup fig jam

Crackers & Bread

01 1 baguette, sliced
02 5.3 oz assorted crackers

Garnishes

01 Fresh rosemary sprigs
02 Fresh thyme sprigs

Recipe Steps

Step 01

Arrange cheeses: Position the cheeses evenly on a large serving board or platter, leaving space for additional components.

Step 02

Layout charcuterie: Drape prosciutto and salami slices around the cheeses, folding slices to enhance presentation.

Step 03

Add fresh fruits: Cluster red and green grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple, and pear slices strategically for vibrant color contrast.

Step 04

Fill gaps with extras: Distribute candied nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives to occupy remaining spaces.

Step 05

Place spreads: Spoon honey and fig jam into small bowls and position them on the board for easy access.

Step 06

Add bread and crackers: Arrange sliced baguette and assorted crackers in neat stacks or fanned arrays on the board.

Step 07

Garnish: Decorate the ensemble with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to evoke a festive atmosphere.

Step 08

Serve: Offer immediately alongside small cheese knives and spreaders to facilitate guest serving.

Tools Needed

  • Large serving board or platter
  • Small bowls for jams and honey
  • Cheese knives and spreaders
  • Spoons or forks for accompaniments

Allergy Information

Review all ingredients for allergen risks and check with your healthcare provider for guidance.
  • Contains milk (cheese), nuts, and gluten (bread and crackers).
  • Charcuterie may include soy or preservatives; verify labels if sensitive.

Nutrition Info (per portion)

Provided only for reference purposes—don’t substitute for professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 320
  • Lipids: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Proteins: 14 g