Save A festive and visually stunning platter featuring a delightful assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and nuts, all arranged in a star shape perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions.
I enjoyed creating this star-shaped appetizer board for a family holiday party it was a big hit and so easy to customize for everyone's tastes.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g Brie sliced into wedges 120 g Aged Cheddar cubed 120 g Manchego sliced
- Charcuterie: 80 g Prosciutto folded 80 g Salami rolled
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes halved 1 cup strawberries halved 1 small apple thinly sliced
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup assorted crackers 1 small baguette sliced
- Nuts & Condiments: ½ cup roasted almonds ½ cup walnuts ¼ cup green olives ¼ cup fig jam or honey
- Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprigs Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place a large star-shaped board or use parchment paper to outline a star shape on a flat platter.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese selections evenly along the stars points and inner arms for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Layer charcuterie slices in gentle folds or rolls between the cheeses maintaining the star outline.
- Step 4:
- Fill gaps with fruits placing them in small clusters for color contrast.
- Step 5:
- Add crackers and baguette slices around and within the star ensuring easy access.
- Step 6:
- Scatter nuts and olives throughout filling remaining spaces and adding texture.
- Step 7:
- Serve fig jam or honey in a small bowl on the board or to the side.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers for a festive touch.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately ensuring all items are at room temperature for best flavor.
Save This appetizer board brought my family together with everyone picking their favorites and sharing stories its a wonderful way to celebrate.
Required Tools
Large star-shaped board or template Sharp knife Small bowls (for jams olives etc) Serving tongs or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy tree nuts gluten (in bread and some crackers) and may contain sulfites (in cured meats and olives) Always check ingredient labels for allergens if serving guests with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Calories 290 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 19 g Protein 13 g per serving
Save This appetizer board is perfect for festive occasions and easily customizable for any taste or dietary need.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best on the star-shaped board?
Soft Brie, aged Cheddar, and Manchego are excellent choices as they provide varied textures and flavors that complement charcuterie and fruits.
- → How can I make this platter suitable for vegetarians?
Omit charcuterie and replace it with marinated vegetables or additional cheese varieties to maintain variety and flavor.
- → What garnishes enhance the flavor and look of the board?
Fresh rosemary sprigs add a fragrant herbal note, while edible flowers bring color and elegance to the presentation.
- → Can I prepare this platter in advance?
It's best served immediately at room temperature to preserve textures and flavors, but cheeses can be sliced beforehand.
- → What pairings complement the assortment on this board?
A crisp white wine or sparkling beverage pairs beautifully, balancing the savory and sweet elements on the board.