Save A festive, wintry-themed grazing tray featuring a beautiful selection of cheeses, charcuterie, seasonal fruits, nuts, and sweet treats—perfect for holiday gatherings.
This grazing tray has become our holiday centerpiece each year, loved by family and friends alike.
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Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cheese sliced, 150 g aged Cheddar cubed, 120 g blue cheese crumbled, 100 g goat cheese log sliced into rounds
- Charcuterie (optional for vegetarian version omit): 120 g prosciutto, 100 g salami sliced, 100 g smoked turkey breast sliced
- Seasonal Fruits: 1 cup red grapes washed and halved, 1 cup green grapes washed, 1 large pomegranate seeded, 2 pears sliced, 1 apple sliced, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Nuts & Savory Snacks: 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup candied pecans, 1/2 cup pistachios (shelled), 1/2 cup marinated olives
- Sweet Treats: 100 g white chocolate bark broken into pieces, 100 g dark chocolate squares, 1/2 cup mini meringues
- Crackers & Bread: 200 g assorted crackers, 1 small baguette sliced, 1/2 cup breadsticks
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Choose a large wooden board or platter as your base.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese selections evenly around the board spacing them apart for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Fold or roll charcuterie slices and place them in clusters beside cheeses (omit for vegetarian version).
- Step 4:
- Fill in spaces with fresh and dried fruits fanning out slices for color and accessibility.
- Step 5:
- Add nuts olives and sweet treats in small piles or in decorative bowls.
- Step 6:
- Position crackers baguette slices and breadsticks in rows or stacks around the board edges.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary and edible flowers for a wintery touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (up to 1 hour in advance).
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Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small bowls (for olives nuts or spreads) Cheese knives Small tongs or forks
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese chocolate) Tree nuts (almonds pecans pistachios) Gluten (crackers bread) Eggs (meringues possibly in some breads crackers) Meats are present (charcuterie) unless omitted Always check labels for gluten nut or dairy cross-contamination if allergies are a concern
Nutritional Information
Calories ~380 Total Fat 22 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 13 g
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This grazing tray is easy to assemble and looks stunning on any holiday table.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses are ideal for this grazing tray?
Brie, aged Cheddar, blue cheese, and goat cheese provide a mix of soft, sharp, creamy, and tangy flavors that complement the tray's variety.
- → How can I make this tray vegetarian-friendly?
Simply omit the prosciutto, salami, and turkey slices, then increase cheese portions or add roasted vegetables to maintain variety.
- → What are good garnishes for a festive touch?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers add color and a wintery, elegant finish to the presentation.
- → How should I arrange the tray for best effect?
Distribute cheeses evenly, cluster folded charcuterie slices, fan out fruit slices for color, and pile nuts and sweets in small bowls or heaps.
- → Can this tray be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, assemble and cover the tray, then refrigerate for up to one hour before serving to maintain freshness.
- → What drinks complement this grazing selection?
Crisp white wines or light-bodied reds work wonderfully to enhance the flavors without overpowering them.
