Save to Pinterest A stylish, crowd-pleasing platter featuring a selection of premium cheeses, crisp cracker rings, and fruit accompaniments—perfect for entertaining or as an elegant appetizer.
Feel free to swap in your favorite cheeses such as Gouda, Manchego, or Camembert and add cured meats, olives, or dried fruits for extra variety.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 80 g Brie cheese, 80 g Aged Cheddar cheese, 80 g Blue cheese, 80 g Goat cheese
- Crackers: 120 g cracker rings (or any round crackers)
- Fruit and Accompaniments: 1 small bunch of red grapes, 1 small apple, sliced, 1 small pear, sliced, 2 tbsp honey, 30 g walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the assorted cheeses on a large platter, spacing them evenly.
- Place Crackers:
- Fan the cracker rings around or between the cheeses for easy access.
- Add Fruits:
- Add grape clusters, apple slices, and pear slices in small piles or decorative arrangements around the cheeses.
- Honey Drizzle:
- Drizzle honey in a small bowl or ramekin and place it on the platter.
- Sprinkle Nuts:
- Sprinkle nuts around the platter, if using.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for a touch of color and aroma.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, allowing cheeses to come to room temperature for the best flavor.
Save to Pinterest A wonderful choice for family gatherings where everyone can pick their favorites and enjoy a casual snack together.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board, small bowls or ramekins (for honey or nuts), cheese knives, small paring knife (for fruit)
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340, Total Fat: 19 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 13 g per serving
Serving Suggestions
Pair with a crisp white wine, sparkling wine, or a light red such as Pinot Noir to complement the cheese flavors.
Save to Pinterest This cheese plate is quick to assemble and sure to impress at any occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Soft and semi-hard cheeses like Brie, Aged Cheddar, Blue, and Goat complement each other well, offering a balance of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors.
- → Can I use different crackers?
Yes, any crisp crackers work well. Round cracker rings enhance presentation but substitutes like water crackers or gluten-free options can be used.
- → How should the platter be served?
Arrange cheeses and accompaniments attractively on a large platter, serve at room temperature to bring out optimal flavors and aromas.
- → What fruits pair well with the cheeses?
Fresh fruits like grapes, apples, and pears add sweetness and texture that balance the richness of the cheeses.
- → Are nuts necessary on the platter?
Nuts like walnuts or pecans add crunch and flavor contrast, but are optional and can be omitted based on preference or allergies.
- → What garnishes enhance the platter?
Herbs such as fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs add visual appeal and subtle aromatic notes to the spread.