Fruit and Cheese Board Recipe
Creating a Fruit and Cheese Board is an artful and delicious way to impress your guests. With a balance of sweet, juicy fruits and rich, creamy cheeses, this board offers a medley of flavors that cater to all taste preferences. From the sharp tang of aged cheddar to the mild creaminess of brie, paired with the sweetness of berries and the crispness of apples, each bite is a delightful adventure. Perfect for any social event, this recipe is easy to assemble yet leaves a lasting impression, making it a go-to option for entertaining with elegance and ease.
Equipment
- Cutting Board
- Sharp Knife
- Cheese Knives
- Small bowls
- Tongs
- Cheese Markers
Ingredients
- 1- pint berries blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries
- 1 granny smith apple sliced
- ½ pound grapes
- 1 cup cherries optional
- 3-5 mandarin oranges optional
- 1 cup pistachios optional
- 1 cup mixed nuts optional
- 8 ounces parmesan Reggiano cheese
- 8 ounces sliced cheese I love using the Trader Joe's Party Tray with a mix of Colby jack, cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese
- 6 mini baby Bel cheese unwrapped, or other desired cheese
- ½ French baguette
- 25-40 crackers
Instructions
- Arrange the cheese on the plate or board first.
- Use a sharp knife to slice and cut some of the cheeses to make them look more interesting, and then arrange them in a pretty way on the board.
- After that, add the fruit. Once more, cut the fruit into halves or slices and put them all together. A big bunch of grapes looks better than a few grapes spread out in different places. Cut some of the smaller berries and figs in half, then add them to the board in groups.
- Put in some small bowls for things like olives, pickles, jams, and so on, and then fill them up.
- Put your crackers or bread back together in groups.
- Put any meat you want in the middle of the fruit and cheese.
- Add extra fruit (berries work well for this) and nuts to fill in any gaps, then serve.
Notes
- Cheese: You are welcome to include your preferred cheese, such as blue cheese, gouda, aged cheddar, or brie.
- Fruit: Dried fruit like cranberries, figs, and apricots work well as well as pears.
- Spread: A little honey, fig spread, jam, or pepper jelly never goes wrong.
- Chocolate: Dark chocolate goes well with fruit and cheese and is often a solid choice.
- Garnishes: Use some fresh flowers, mint leaves, or rosemary sprigs to liven up your dish and add some more color.