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 always brings joy to our holiday gatherings and never fails to impress guests with its variety.
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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
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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.
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Notes
Pair with sparkling wine Prosecco or a light red wine. Arrange items in festive shapes e.g 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.
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Enjoy assembling this gorgeous holiday board and watching your guests delight in every bite.
Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses work best for this board?
Soft Brie, sharp Cheddar, crumbly Blue cheese, and creamy Goat cheese provide a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
- → Can I make this board vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the meats and add extra cheeses or marinated vegetables for variety.
- → How should fresh fruits be prepared?
Grapes should be halved, pears and apples thinly sliced, and pomegranate seeds sprinkled for color and freshness.
- → What nuts complement this spread?
Roasted almonds, candied pecans, and shelled pistachios add crunch and balance the flavors nicely.
- → How can I arrange the board for a festive look?
Arrange items in holiday shapes like stars or trees, and garnish with gold sugar pearls and rosemary sprigs for visual impact.
- → What condiments enhance the flavors?
Fig jam, honey, and whole grain mustard add sweet and tangy accents that complement cheeses and meats.