Jingle Bell Cheese Board (Printable)

A vibrant board featuring cheeses, fruits, nuts, and savory accents ideal for holiday 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

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 all cheeses evenly spaced on a large serving board or platter to allow room for additional ingredients.
02 - Drape and fold prosciutto and salami slices around the cheeses for visual appeal.
03 - Cluster red grapes, green grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple slices, and pear slices on the board for color contrast.
04 - Distribute candied pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives in the gaps between other ingredients.
05 - Place honey and fig jam in small bowls and position them on the board.
06 - Stack or fan out sliced baguette and assorted crackers near the other ingredients.
07 - Decorate the board with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
08 - Present immediately with small cheese knives and spreaders available for serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with no cooking required, making it stress-free for holiday hosting.
  • Offers a beautiful visual contrast with colorful fruits and neatly arranged cheeses.
  • Customizable with vegetarian options or charcuterie for meat-eaters.
  • Pairs wonderfully with sparkling wines, Prosecco, or festive cocktails for an elevated holiday experience.
02 -
  • Use a large serving board or platter to give each ingredient space and allow easy access.
  • Place honey and fig jam in small bowls to avoid mess and keep the board tidy.
  • Fold charcuterie slices attractively to add height and visual interest.
  • Always include cheese knives and spreaders so guests can serve themselves conveniently.
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