Save A dazzling festive grazing board featuring a medley of cheeses charcuterie fruits nuts and sweet treats perfect for a holiday gathering
I love how this board brings everyone together during the holidays with its colorful and delicious selection
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
Save This board always sparks joy at our holiday gatherings with everyone reaching for their favorite bites and chatting around it
Notes
Pair with sparkling wine Prosecco or a light red 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
Save Assemble just before serving to keep all ingredients fresh and vibrant
Recipe Help
- → How should I arrange the cheeses on the board?
Distribute the Brie, Cheddar, Blue, and Goat cheeses evenly across the board, spacing them apart to create visual balance and allow guests easy access.
- → What are some tips for including vegetarian options?
Omit the charcuterie selections and replace them with marinated vegetables, extra cheese varieties, or additional nuts and dried fruits for variety.
- → Which condiments pair best with this board?
Fig jam, honey, and whole grain mustard provide a mix of sweetness and tang to complement the cheeses and meats.
- → Can this board be prepared in advance?
Yes, assemble most components shortly before serving to keep fresh fruits crisp and crackers crunchy. Keep wet ingredients separate until serving.
- → What beverages complement this festive board?
Light and sparkling options like Prosecco, sparkling wine, or a light red wine pair well with the variety of flavors on the board.
- → How can I add a festive touch to the presentation?
Arrange items into holiday shapes such as stars or trees, garnish with gold sugar pearls and rosemary sprigs for a celebratory look.