Pin it A dazzling, festive grazing board featuring a medley of cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, nuts, and sweet treats, perfect for a holiday gathering.
This board has become a holiday tradition in my family, bringing everyone together with its colorful and delicious assortment.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 200 g Brie sliced into wedges 200 g Cheddar cubed 150 g Blue cheese crumbled 150 g Goat cheese log sliced
- Charcuterie: 150 g Prosciutto thinly sliced 150 g Salami sliced 100 g Smoked turkey breast rolled
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes halved 1 cup green grapes 2 pears sliced 1 apple sliced 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Dried Fruits & Nuts: 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup dried figs halved 1/2 cup roasted almonds 1/2 cup candied pecans 1/4 cup pistachios (shelled)
- Crackers & Breads: 150 g assorted crackers 1 French baguette sliced 100 g breadsticks
- Sweets & Festive Treats: 100 g dark chocolate pieces 100 g gingerbread cookies 1/4 cup white chocolate stars Gold sugar pearls to decorate
- Condiments: 1/4 cup fig jam 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Select a large wooden board or platter as your base.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across the board spacing them out for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Fold or roll charcuterie slices and place them around the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Fill in with clusters of grapes pear and apple slices. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds for color.
- Step 5:
- Add dried fruits and scatter the nuts throughout the board.
- Step 6:
- Fill empty spaces with crackers baguette slices and breadsticks.
- Step 7:
- Tuck chocolate pieces gingerbread cookies and white chocolate stars into remaining gaps.
- Step 8:
- Place fig jam honey and mustard in small bowls and set them on or near the board.
- Step 9:
- Garnish with gold sugar pearls and optional festive rosemary sprigs.
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately replenishing items as needed.
Pin it This recipe always brings joy as family gathers around the board sharing stories and laughter over delicious bites.
Notes
Swap in any of your favorite cheeses fruits or sweets. Arrange items in festive shapes (e.g. a star or tree) for added holiday cheer.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small bowls for condiments Cheese knives and spreaders Small tongs
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese chocolate) Tree nuts (almonds pecans pistachios) Wheat (crackers bread) Eggs (some cookies) Soy (chocolate some crackers) Mustard. Always verify packaging for potential allergens and cross-contamination.
Pin it Assemble the board shortly before serving to keep everything fresh and appetizing.
Common Questions
- → What types of cheeses are included?
The board includes Brie, Cheddar, Blue cheese, and Goat cheese slices for a diverse flavor profile.
- → Can I substitute the meats for vegetarian options?
Yes, omit the charcuterie and add marinated vegetables or extra cheeses to maintain balance.
- → How should the fruits be prepared?
Fresh grapes are halved, pears and apples are sliced, and pomegranate seeds are sprinkled for color.
- → What role do the condiments play?
Fig jam, honey, and whole grain mustard complement the savory and sweet elements adding layers of flavor.
- → Are there suggestions for presentation?
Arrange items attractively on a large board and consider festive shapes like stars or trees to enhance holiday cheer.