Save A dazzling festive grazing board featuring a medley of cheeses charcuterie fruits nuts and sweet treats perfect for a holiday gathering
This grazing board has become the centerpiece of our Christmas celebrations bringing family and friends together with its bright colors and variety
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 Gathering around this board has created cherished memories with family laughing and sharing stories over delicious bites
Notes
Swap in any of your favorite cheeses fruits or sweets Pair with sparkling wine Prosecco or a light red for best enjoyment
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 This vibrant grazing board will delight your guests and bring festive cheer to any holiday occasion
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How should the cheeses be arranged on the board?
Space cheeses evenly across the board to showcase variety and create visual balance.
- → What is a good way to include vegetarian options?
Omit the meats and add marinated vegetables or extra cheese varieties for inclusivity.
- → Which condiments complement this board?
Fig jam, honey, and whole grain mustard enhance the flavors and add sweetness and tang.
- → Can the fruit selection be customized?
Yes, you can swap fruits like pears, grapes, or pomegranate seeds with your favorites or seasonal options.
- → How can this board be themed for holidays?
Arrange items in festive shapes such as stars or trees, and garnish with gold sugar pearls and rosemary sprigs.
- → What tools are recommended for assembling the board?
Use a large serving board, small condiment bowls, cheese knives, spreaders, and small tongs for easy assembly.