Jingle Bell Cheese Board (Printable)

A vibrant board featuring diverse cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and garnishes for festive entertaining.

# Components:

→ 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

# Method:

01 - Place the Brie, Cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese spaced evenly on a large serving board or platter.
02 - Neatly fold and arrange prosciutto and salami slices around the cheese selection for visual appeal.
03 - Cluster red and green grapes, seeded pomegranate, sliced apple, and pear around cheeses and meats to add color and texture.
04 - Distribute candied pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives in the remaining gaps on the board.
05 - Place honey and fig jam into small bowls and arrange them on the board.
06 - Fan out sliced baguette and stack assorted crackers near the cheeses and spreads.
07 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive finish.
08 - Present immediately with small cheese knives, spreaders, and utensils for accompaniments.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Beautifully colorful and festive, making it the perfect holiday showstopper.
  • Combines a variety of textures and flavors from creamy cheeses to fresh fruits and crunchy nuts.
  • Can be customized for vegetarians or meat lovers alike by including or omitting charcuterie.
  • Quick and easy to assemble with no cooking required, ideal for stress-free entertaining.
02 -
  • Use a large serving board or platter to create enough space for all components and visual balance.
  • Include small bowls for jams and honey to keep the board tidy and elegant.
  • Provide cheese knives and spreaders so guests can serve themselves easily.
  • Try folding charcuterie slices in different shapes to add depth and interest.
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