Happy New Year Star Board (Printable)

A colorful board of star-cut cheeses, fruits, vegetables, and dips ideal for holiday gatherings and parties.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz cheddar cheese, sliced 0.4 inches thick
02 - 4.2 oz gouda cheese, sliced 0.4 inches thick
03 - 4.2 oz brie, sliced

→ Cured Meats

04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
05 - 3.5 oz salami, thinly sliced

→ Fruits

06 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
07 - 1 cup green grapes
08 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
09 - 1 small pomegranate, seeds removed

→ Crackers & Bread

10 - 16 round crackers
11 - 8 slices baguette, toasted

→ Vegetables

12 - 1 cup baby carrots
13 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced with star-shaped cutter
14 - 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced

→ Dips & Spreads

15 - 1/2 cup hummus
16 - 1/2 cup honey mustard dip

→ Garnishes

17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Edible gold star confetti (optional, food-safe)

# Method:

01 - Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to shape cheddar, gouda cheese slices, and cucumber into stars.
02 - Display star-shaped cheeses, brie wedges, prosciutto, and salami in star patterns across a large wooden board or platter.
03 - Cluster grapes, strawberries, pomegranate seeds, baby carrots, star-cut cucumbers, mini bell peppers, and crackers around the cheese and meat stars, balancing colors and textures.
04 - Arrange toasted baguette slices alongside small bowls containing hummus and honey mustard dip on the board.
05 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible gold star confetti for a festive presentation.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to mix and match flavors as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for festive gatherings
  • Offers a variety of flavors and textures
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board omit cured meats and add roasted nuts or marinated artichokes.
  • Use other star-shaped ingredients like starfruit or star-cut melon for extra flair.
03 -
  • Use fresh star-shaped cutters to maintain clean shapes.
  • Toast bread slices just before serving to keep them crisp.
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