Save to Pinterest A vibrant, seasonal cheese platter featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers, artfully arranged with autumn leaves for a festive and elegant presentation.
I love how this cheese platter brings family and friends together around a colorful and elegant display that celebrates autumn.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar, sliced, 150 g brie, wedge, 150 g blue cheese, wedge, 120 g goat cheese, log, sliced, 120 g smoked gouda, sliced
- Fruits: 1 ripe pear, sliced, 1 small apple, sliced, 1 bunch red grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup raw pecans, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette, sliced, 150 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, Clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (optional, not for eating)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter, spacing them to allow for easy serving.
- Place Fruits:
- Fan out the apple and pear slices around the cheeses.
- Cluster Grapes:
- Cluster the grapes in small bunches and scatter them across the board.
- Add Dried Fruits:
- Add dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
- Distribute Nuts:
- Distribute pecans and walnuts in between the fruit and cheese groups.
- Arrange Bread and Crackers:
- Place the sliced baguette and crackers around the edges of the board.
- Drizzle Honey:
- Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve it in a small bowl with a spoon.
- Add Herbs:
- Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for aroma and visual appeal.
- Garnish:
- Garnish the platter with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive touch (remind guests the leaves are decorative only).
- Serve:
- Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor.
Save to Pinterest This cheese platter always sparks warm conversation and joy during family gatherings in the fall season.
Notes
Add cured meats such as prosciutto or salami for a non-vegetarian version. Pair with a crisp white wine or a light red such as Pinot Noir.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or serving platter, Cheese knives, Small bowls for honey or spreads, Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), gluten (bread, some crackers), and tree nuts (pecans, walnuts). Always check cheese, cracker, and bread labels for allergens or cross-contamination warnings.
Save to Pinterest This platter is a wonderful way to celebrate autumn flavors with loved ones and impress guests effortlessly.
Questions & Answers
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Choose a mix of textures and flavors like aged cheddar, brie, blue cheese, goat cheese, and smoked gouda for variety and balance.
- → Can I substitute the nuts in the platter?
Yes, you can swap pecans and walnuts for other nuts like almonds or pistachios depending on preference or allergies.
- → How should I serve the honey?
Drizzle honey over goat cheese or serve it separately in a small bowl with a spoon for guests to add as desired.
- → Are the autumn leaves edible?
The autumn leaves are decorative only and should not be consumed; ensure they are clean and non-toxic for safe presentation.
- → What beverages pair well with this platter?
Light reds like Pinot Noir or crisp white wines complement the range of cheeses and fruits beautifully.
- → Can this platter be made vegan?
Use plant-based cheeses and omit honey to accommodate vegan diets while keeping a similar flavor profile.