Save The Jingle Bell Cheese Board is a festive and colorful centerpiece perfect for any holiday gathering. Featuring an artful selection of cheeses, charcuterie, fresh fruits, and delightful accompaniments, this board brings together a variety of flavors and textures that will please every palate. Whether hosting a cozy family celebration or a party with friends, this easy-to-assemble appetizer adds a joyful and elegant touch to your spread.
Save With a balanced mix of creamy brie, sharp cheddar, tangy blue cheese, and smooth goat cheese, this board offers something for everyone. Adding clusters of grapes, crisp apple and pear slices, and bursts of pomegranate seeds ensures freshness and vibrant color. Nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives fill in the spaces, creating an inviting array of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- Cheeses
- 150 g Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
- 150 g aged Cheddar, sliced
- 100 g blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
- 120 g goat cheese, log or rounds
- Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)
- 100 g prosciutto
- 100 g salami, sliced
- Fruits
- 1 cup red grapes, washed
- 1 cup green grapes, washed
- 1 pomegranate, seeded
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 pear, sliced
- Nuts & Extras
- ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup marinated olives
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup fig jam
- Crackers & Bread
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 150 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- 1. Arrange the cheeses on a large board or platter, spacing them out to allow room for other ingredients.
- 2. Lay out the charcuterie around the cheeses, folding the slices for visual appeal.
- 3. Add the fresh fruits, arranging them in clusters for color and contrast.
- 4. Fill in gaps with nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives.
- 5. Place honey and fig jam in small bowls and add them to the board.
- 6. Add bread slices and crackers in stacks or fanned out.
- 7. Garnish with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs for a festive touch.
- 8. Serve immediately, ensuring small cheese knives and spreaders are available.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
To keep apple and pear slices fresh and prevent browning, toss them lightly with lemon juice before arranging. Star-shaped cookie cutters can add an extra festive flair to cheese slices. Arrange ingredients thoughtfully to balance colors and textures for an inviting look.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Swap out cheeses or charcuterie based on personal preferences or dietary requirements. For a vegetarian board, simply omit the prosciutto and salami. Use seasonal fruits and nuts to tailor the board to your tastes or available ingredients.
Serviervorschläge
Pair the Jingle Bell Cheese Board with sparkling wine, Prosecco, or a festive cocktail to enhance the celebratory mood. Serve with small cheese knives and spreaders alongside the board to encourage easy sharing among guests.
Save This Jingle Bell Cheese Board is a showstopper that combines convenience with elegance, making holiday hosting effortless and enjoyable. Its vibrant presentation and harmonious flavors invite guests to gather, share, and celebrate the season together.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses work best on this board?
A selection combining creamy Brie, aged Cheddar, tangy blue cheese, and smooth goat cheese provides varied textures and flavors.
- → Can I omit the charcuterie?
Yes, the board offers vegetarian options by excluding cured meats while maintaining richness with nuts, cheeses, and fruits.
- → How can I prevent fruits from browning?
Lightly tossing apple and pear slices with lemon juice before arranging helps preserve their fresh appearance.
- → What garnishes add a festive touch?
Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs not only add aroma but enhance the board’s visual appeal during holidays.
- → What beverages complement this spread?
Sparking wine, Prosecco, or festive cocktails pair well and elevate the holiday celebration experience.