Save An elegant and inviting cheese platter featuring a curated selection of French cheeses, fresh fruits, nuts, and artisanal accompaniments perfect for sharing and celebrating the passion for cheese.
This cheese platter has become my go-to for gatherings because it impresses guests with minimal effort and offers a delightful variety of flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie de Meaux, 150 g Saint-Nectaire, 120 g Roquefort, 150 g Comté (aged 18 months), 120 g Chèvre (goat cheese log)
- Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 pear, thinly sliced, 1 apple, thinly sliced, 8 10 dried apricots, 8 10 dried figs
- Accompaniments: 50 g walnuts, 50 g almonds, 1 small jar fig jam, 1 small jar honey
- Breads & Crackers: 1 baguette, sliced, 1 packet assorted crackers
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30 45 minutes before serving to bring to room temperature and enhance flavors.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheeses on a large platter or wooden board, spacing them evenly and cutting a few slices from each to invite tasting.
- Step 3:
- Fill gaps with grapes, pear and apple slices, dried apricots, and figs.
- Step 4:
- Scatter walnuts and almonds around the cheeses for crunch and visual appeal.
- Step 5:
- Place small bowls of fig jam and honey on the platter for pairing.
- Step 6:
- Serve with slices of baguette and assorted crackers on the side.
Save This platter has brought many joyful family moments, sparking conversations and shared smiles over delicious bites.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or wooden board, Cheese knives, Small bowls for jams and honey, Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk Dairy, Tree Nuts (walnuts, almonds), Gluten (baguette, crackers). If serving guests with allergies, ensure all accompaniments and breads are clearly labeled and consider gluten-free options.
Nutritional Information
Calories 330, Total Fat 22 g, Carbohydrates 22 g, Protein 13 g per serving (estimate).
Save This cheese platter is a simple yet elegant way to elevate any gathering.
Recipe FAQs
- → How should the cheeses be prepared before serving?
Remove cheeses from the refrigerator 30–45 minutes prior to allow flavors to develop at room temperature.
- → What fruits pair well on this platter?
Fresh grapes, sliced pear, apple, along with dried apricots and figs provide sweetness and texture contrasts.
- → Are nuts included in the selection?
Walnuts and almonds scatter the platter, adding crunch and nutty flavors that complement the cheeses.
- → What accompaniments enhance this spread?
Fig jam and honey add a touch of sweetness, served alongside baguette slices and assorted crackers for variety.
- → Can this platter be customized?
Seasonal fruits or preferred cheeses can be swapped in to suit taste or availability without losing balance.