Jingle Bell Cheese Board (Print out)

A vibrant board combining cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and garnishes ideal for festive celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese, log or rounds

→ Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced

→ Fruits

07 - 1 cup red grapes, washed
08 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
09 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 pear, sliced

→ Nuts & Extras

12 - ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
13 - ½ cup dried cranberries
14 - ½ cup marinated olives
15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - ¼ cup fig jam

→ Crackers & Bread

17 - 1 baguette, sliced
18 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers

→ Garnishes

19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Fresh thyme sprigs

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the Brie, aged Cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese spaced evenly on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Position prosciutto and salami slices around the cheeses, folding them decoratively for visual appeal.
03 - Cluster red grapes, green grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple slices, and pear slices around the board for color and contrast.
04 - Scatter candied pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives in remaining spaces on the board.
05 - Place honey and fig jam in small bowls and arrange them on the board within easy reach.
06 - Fan out or stack sliced baguette and assorted crackers near the accompaniments.
07 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to enhance presentation.
08 - Present immediately with small cheese knives and spreaders available for guests.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A colorful presentation that elevates any holiday event.
  • Combines a variety of textures and flavors, from creamy cheeses to crisp fruits.
  • Vegetarian options available by omitting charcuterie.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, with no cooking required.
02 -
  • Arrange ingredients in clusters to create visual interest and contrast.
  • Fold charcuterie slices to add volume and texture.
  • Use fresh rosemary and thyme as festive garnishes that also add aroma.
  • Place honey and fig jam in small bowls to keep the board neat and accessible.
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