Save It A dazzling, festive grazing board featuring a medley of cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, nuts, and sweet treats, perfect for a holiday gathering.
This board brings joy to every holiday gathering with its colorful and diverse ingredients.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 200 g Brie, sliced into wedges, 200 g Cheddar, cubed, 150 g Blue cheese, crumbled, 150 g Goat cheese log, sliced
- Charcuterie: 150 g Prosciutto, thinly sliced, 150 g Salami, sliced, 100 g Smoked turkey breast, rolled
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, halved, 1 cup green grapes, 2 pears, sliced, 1 apple, sliced, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Dried Fruits & Nuts: 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup dried figs, halved, 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup candied pecans, 1/4 cup pistachios (shelled)
- Crackers & Breads: 150 g assorted crackers, 1 French baguette, sliced, 100 g breadsticks
- Sweets & Festive Treats: 100 g dark chocolate pieces, 100 g gingerbread cookies, 1/4 cup white chocolate stars, Gold sugar pearls, to decorate
- Condiments: 1/4 cup fig jam, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup whole grain mustard
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Select a large wooden board or platter as your base.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across the board, spacing them out for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Fold or roll charcuterie slices and place them around the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Fill in with clusters of grapes, pear and apple slices. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds for color.
- Step 5:
- Add dried fruits and scatter the nuts throughout the board.
- Step 6:
- Fill empty spaces with crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks.
- Step 7:
- Tuck chocolate pieces, gingerbread cookies, and white chocolate stars into remaining gaps.
- Step 8:
- Place fig jam, honey, and mustard in small bowls and set them on or near the board.
- Step 9:
- Garnish with gold sugar pearls and optional festive rosemary sprigs.
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately, replenishing items as needed.
Save It This board inspires joyful moments with family and friends gathered around during the holidays.
Notes
Swap in any of your favorite cheeses, fruits, or sweets. Arrange items in festive shapes like a star or tree for added holiday cheer.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls for condiments, cheese knives and spreaders, small tongs
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese chocolate), tree nuts (almonds pecans pistachios), wheat (crackers bread), eggs (some cookies), soy (chocolate some crackers), mustard. Always verify packaging for potential allergens and cross-contamination.
Save It This festive board is your go-to for effortless holiday entertaining and impressive presentation.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the Christmas grazing board?
Start with a large wooden board, spread cheeses evenly, place folded charcuterie slices around them, then layer fresh and dried fruits, nuts, crackers, breads, and sweets decoratively. Add condiments in small bowls and garnish with festive touches.
- → Can I make a vegetarian version of this board?
Yes, simply omit the meats and add extra cheeses or marinated vegetables to maintain variety and flavor balance.
- → What are some ideal beverage pairings?
Pair with sparkling wine, Prosecco, or a light red wine to complement the diverse flavors on the board.
- → How far in advance can I prepare the board?
To keep freshness, prepare and arrange the board shortly before serving. Keep fruits and delicate items chilled until assembly.
- → What tools are recommended for assembling the board?
Use a large serving platter or board, cheese knives and spreaders, small bowls for condiments, and tongs for neat placement.
- → Are there common allergens to be aware of?
The board contains milk, tree nuts, wheat, eggs, soy, and mustard. Always check ingredient labels to accommodate guests with allergies.