Save A festive and visually stunning platter featuring a delightful assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and nuts, all arranged in a star shape—perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Brie: 120 g sliced into wedges
- Aged Cheddar: 120 g cubed
- Manchego: 120 g sliced
- Prosciutto: 80 g folded
- Salami: 80 g rolled
- Red grapes: 1 cup halved
- Strawberries: 1 cup halved
- Apple: 1 small thinly sliced
- Assorted crackers: 1 cup
- Baguette: 1 small sliced
- Roasted almonds: ½ cup
- Walnuts: ½ cup
- Green olives: ¼ cup
- Fig jam or honey: ¼ cup
- Fresh rosemary sprigs: garnish
- Edible flowers: optional garnish
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place a large star shaped board or use parchment paper to outline a star shape on a flat platter.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese selections evenly along the stars points and inner arms for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Layer charcuterie slices in gentle folds or rolls between the cheeses, maintaining the star outline.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with fruits, placing them in small clusters for color contrast.
- Step 5:
- Add crackers and baguette slices around and within the star, ensuring easy access.
- Step 6:
- Scatter nuts and olives throughout, filling remaining spaces and adding texture.
- Step 7:
- Serve fig jam or honey in a small bowl on the board or to the side.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately, ensuring all items are at room temperature for best flavor.
Save Required Tools
Large star shaped board or template Sharp knife Small bowls (for jams, olives, etc) Serving tongs or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy tree nuts gluten (in bread and some crackers) and may contain sulfites (in cured meats and olives) Always check ingredient labels for allergens if serving guests with sensitivities
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 290 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 19 g Protein 13 g
Save This star shaped appetizer board is perfect for festive occasions ensuring a beautiful presentation and delightful flavors.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Soft Brie, sharp aged Cheddar, and Manchego add varied textures and flavors that complement the meats and fruits.
- → Can this board accommodate vegetarian preferences?
Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and replace with marinated vegetables or additional cheese selections.
- → How do I keep the presentation neat when arranging the star shape?
Use a large star-shaped board or outline the shape on parchment paper to guide even placement of ingredients along the points and inner sections.
- → What beverages pair well with this appetizer board?
A crisp white wine or sparkling beverage enhances the flavors and balances the variety of cheeses and fruits.
- → Are there allergen considerations to keep in mind?
This board contains dairy, tree nuts, and gluten in some crackers and bread, so check ingredient labels if guests have sensitivities.