Save A festive, visually stunning cheese platter arranged in the shape of a holiday wreath, featuring a variety of cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, and herbs perfect for entertaining.
This platter became my go-to for holiday parties because everyone loves its beautiful arrangement and mix of flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cut into wedges 150 g Aged Cheddar cubed 100 g Goat cheese rolled into small balls 100 g Blue cheese crumbled
- Meats (optional omit for vegetarian): 100 g Prosciutto folded 100 g Salami sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes 1 cup green grapes 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Accompaniments: 1/2 cup mixed olives 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds walnuts or pecans) 1/2 cup mini pickles (cornichons)
- Garnishes: 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 sprigs fresh thyme Fresh cranberries (for color optional)
- Serving: Assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange a large round platter or board as your base.
- Step 2:
- Lay fresh rosemary and thyme around the edge to form the wreaths foliage.
- Step 3:
- Evenly distribute the cheeses in clusters around the wreath spacing out colors and textures.
- Step 4:
- Add cured meats in folds or rosettes between cheese clusters (if using).
- Step 5:
- Tuck grapes apricots and pomegranate seeds among the cheese and meats for color and sweetness.
- Step 6:
- Fill gaps with olives nuts and mini pickles.
- Step 7:
- Scatter fresh cranberries for a festive touch if desired.
- Step 8:
- Arrange crackers and/or baguette slices around or beside the wreath.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This platter always brings a special joy to gatherings creating memorable family moments around the table.
Required Tools
Large round serving platter or board Small bowls for olives nuts or spreads Cheese knives Small tongs (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (if using) Wheat (if serving with regular crackers/bread) Some cured meats may contain gluten or other allergens check labels For nut allergies omit nuts or substitute with seeds
Nutritional Information (per serving estimated)
Calories 320 Total Fat 21 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 13 g
Save Enjoy assembling this beautiful platter and watch it impress your guests with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What cheeses work best for this holiday wreath?
A mix of Brie, aged Cheddar, Goat cheese, and Blue cheese provides a balance of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors perfect for this arrangement.
- → Can this be made vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, simply omit the cured meats and increase the variety of cheeses, nuts, or roasted vegetables to maintain flavor and texture diversity.
- → How should the wreath be assembled for best presentation?
Begin with fresh rosemary and thyme to form a leafy base, then evenly distribute cheeses in clusters, intersperse meats, and tuck in fruits and accompaniments for a colorful, balanced look.
- → What accompaniments complement this cheese and meat arrangement?
Olives, roasted nuts, mini pickles, and assorted crackers or baguette slices add texture and varied flavors, enhancing the overall experience.
- → How far in advance can the platter be prepared?
The wreath can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated, but fresh herbs and crackers should be added just before serving to maintain freshness.