Save to Pinterest A festive, visually stunning cheese platter arranged in the shape of a holiday wreath, featuring a variety of cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, and herbs perfect for entertaining.
This cheese platter has been my go-to for holiday parties because it impresses guests and requires minimal preparation.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cut into wedges, 150 g Aged Cheddar cubed, 100 g Goat cheese rolled into small balls, 100 g Blue cheese crumbled
- Meats (optional omit for vegetarian): 100 g Prosciutto folded, 100 g Salami sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, 1 cup green grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Accompaniments: 1/2 cup mixed olives, 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds walnuts or pecans), 1/2 cup mini pickles (cornichons)
- Garnishes: 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, Fresh cranberries (for color optional)
- Serving: Assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange a large round platter or board as your base.
- Step 2:
- Lay fresh rosemary and thyme around the edge to form the wreaths foliage.
- Step 3:
- Evenly distribute the cheeses in clusters around the wreath spacing out colors and textures.
- Step 4:
- Add cured meats in folds or rosettes between cheese clusters (if using).
- Step 5:
- Tuck grapes apricots and pomegranate seeds among the cheese and meats for color and sweetness.
- Step 6:
- Fill gaps with olives nuts and mini pickles.
- Step 7:
- Scatter fresh cranberries for a festive touch if desired.
- Step 8:
- Arrange crackers and/or baguette slices around or beside the wreath.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest Sharing this platter with family during the holidays has created many joyful and memorable moments.
Required Tools
Large round serving platter or board Small bowls (for olives nuts or spreads) Cheese knives Small tongs (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (if using) Wheat (if serving with regular crackers/bread) Some cured meats may contain gluten or other allergens check labels For nut allergies omit nuts or substitute with seeds
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 21 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 13 g (per serving estimated)
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This holiday wreath cheese platter is sure to impress guests and bring festive cheer to any gathering.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I arrange the cheeses on the platter?
Distribute cheeses in small clusters around the base, spacing colors and textures evenly to create a balanced and appealing visual effect.
- → Can I omit the meats for a vegetarian option?
Yes, simply leave out the cured meats and increase the amount of cheese, nuts, or roasted vegetables to maintain variety and fullness.
- → What fruits work best on this cheese platter?
Red and green grapes, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds add sweetness and vibrant color, complementing the savory elements perfectly.
- → How can I enhance the platter’s flavor profile?
Adding small bowls of honey, fig jam, or grainy mustard alongside the platter introduces sweet and spicy accents to balance the flavors.
- → What wines pair well with this assortment?
Sparkling wine or a crisp white wine pairs beautifully, highlighting the variety of cheeses and complementing the fresh fruits and meats.
- → How do I create the wreath shape on the platter?
Arrange fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs around the platter edge to mimic foliage, forming a circular wreath base before adding the other ingredients.