Pin A stylish, crowd-pleasing platter featuring a selection of premium cheeses, crisp cracker rings, and fruit accompaniments—perfect for entertaining or as an elegant appetizer.
This cheese plate is always a hit at our gatherings and requires minimal prep with maximum impact.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 80 g Brie cheese, 80 g Aged Cheddar cheese, 80 g Blue cheese, 80 g Goat cheese
- Crackers: 120 g cracker rings (or any round crackers)
- Fruit and Accompaniments: 1 small bunch of red grapes, 1 small apple sliced, 1 small pear sliced, 2 tbsp honey, 30 g walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the assorted cheeses on a large platter, spacing them evenly.
- Add Crackers:
- Fan the cracker rings around or between the cheeses for easy access.
- Place Fruit:
- Add grape clusters, apple slices, and pear slices in small piles or decorative arrangements around the cheeses.
- Add Honey:
- Drizzle honey in a small bowl or ramekin and place it on the platter.
- Sprinkle Nuts:
- Sprinkle nuts around the platter, if using.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for a touch of color and aroma.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, allowing cheeses to come to room temperature for the best flavor.
Pin We often enjoy this platter during family celebrations, sharing stories while sampling the flavors together.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board, small bowls or ramekins for honey or nuts, cheese knives, small paring knife for fruit
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), gluten (crackers), tree nuts (if using walnuts or pecans). Always check ingredient labels for allergen information.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 per serving, Total Fat: 19 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 13 g
Pin This cheese plate is a delicious and elegant way to impress guests with minimal effort.
Recipe Questions
- → Which cheeses work best for this platter?
Soft and aged cheeses like Brie, Aged Cheddar, Blue cheese, and Goat cheese create a balanced flavor profile and texture variety.
- → Can I substitute the cracker rings with something else?
Yes, feel free to use any round crackers or crisp breads that complement the cheeses' flavors and textures.
- → What fruits pair well with this cheese selection?
Fresh grapes, apple slices, and pear slices add a refreshing sweetness that balances richer cheeses.
- → How should I serve the honey for best results?
Place honey in a small bowl or ramekin on the platter for easy drizzling over cheeses or fruit.
- → Are nuts necessary on the platter?
Nuts like walnuts or pecans are optional but add an enjoyable crunch and nutty flavor contrast.