Save It A festive and elegant platter designed to celebrate the New Year in style, featuring a curated selection of French-inspired canapés, cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and sweet bites&perfect for sharing with friends and family at midnight.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced 150 g Comté, cubed 120 g Roquefort, crumbled 100 g Chèvre (goat cheese), sliced
- Charcuterie: 150 g Jambon de Bayonne or prosciutto, thinly sliced 120 g Saucisson sec, sliced 100 g Rosette de Lyon, sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes 1 ripe pear, sliced 1 ripe apple, sliced 8 fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season) 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
- Nuts & Extras: 80 g walnuts 80 g Marcona almonds 60 g dried apricots 60 g dried cranberries 1 small jar fig jam or quince paste
- Breads & Crackers: 1 baguette, sliced 1 packet assorted crackers 1 small loaf nutty or fruit bread, sliced
- Sweet Bites: 100 g dark chocolate squares 8 mini macarons, assorted flavors
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange all cheeses on a large wooden board or platter, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Fold and arrange charcuterie slices attractively around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Distribute fresh fruits throughout the platter, fanning slices and scattering grapes and figs artfully.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls or sections with nuts, dried fruits, and fig jam or quince paste.
- Step 5:
- Add slices of baguette, crackers, and fruit bread in stacks or fans near the cheeses.
- Step 6:
- Place dark chocolate squares and mini macarons in a dedicated corner or on a separate small plate.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the platter with pomegranate seeds and optional fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme sprigs) for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, with small plates, napkins, and cheese knives.
Save It Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Cheese knives Small bowls for jams and nuts Paring knife Small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (walnuts, almonds), gluten (bread, crackers), eggs (macarons), and soy (chocolate). Some charcuterie may contain mustard or other allergens&check labels if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420 Total Fat: 26 g Carbohydrates: 34 g Protein: 17 g
Save It Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses are included in the platter?
The platter features Brie, Comté, Roquefort, and Chèvre, each providing a distinct taste and texture.
- → Can this platter be made vegetarian?
Yes, omit the charcuterie and include extra cheeses, olives, and marinated vegetables for a satisfying vegetarian version.
- → How should I arrange the items for best presentation?
Space cheeses apart on a large board, layer charcuterie slices around them, scatter fresh fruits artfully, and place nuts and sweets in small bowls or separate sections.
- → What beverages pair well with this platter?
Champagne, Crémant, or sparkling cider complement the flavors beautifully, enhancing the festive experience.
- → Are there allergen considerations to keep in mind?
The platter contains milk, tree nuts, gluten, eggs, soy, and potentially mustard from charcuterie; check labels if allergies are a concern.