Save A vibrant, seasonal cheese platter featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers, artfully arranged with autumn leaves for a festive and elegant presentation.
This cheese platter has become my go-to for autumn gatherings because it looks amazing and satisfies all taste preferences at the table.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar sliced, 150 g brie wedge, 150 g blue cheese wedge, 120 g goat cheese log sliced, 120 g smoked gouda sliced
- Fruits: 1 ripe pear sliced, 1 small apple sliced, 1 bunch red grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup raw pecans, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette sliced, 150 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, Clean non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (optional not for eating)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter spacing them to allow for easy serving.
- Step 2:
- Fan out the apple and pear slices around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Cluster the grapes in small bunches and scatter them across the board.
- Step 4:
- Add dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
- Step 5:
- Distribute pecans and walnuts in between the fruit and cheese groups.
- Step 6:
- Place the sliced baguette and crackers around the edges of the board.
- Step 7:
- Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve it in a small bowl with a spoon.
- Step 8:
- Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for aroma and visual appeal.
- Step 9:
- Garnish the platter with clean non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive touch (remind guests the leaves are decorative only).
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor.
Save This dish always sparks joy when the family gathers for autumn celebrations around the beautifully crafted platter.
Notes
Add cured meats such as prosciutto or salami for a non-vegetarian version. Pair with a crisp white wine or a light red such as Pinot Noir.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or serving platter Cheese knives Small bowls for honey or spreads Bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), gluten (bread some crackers), and tree nuts (pecans walnuts). Always check cheese cracker and bread labels for allergens or cross-contamination warnings.
Save A simple yet elegant platter perfect for sharing with friends and family during cozy autumn days.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Aged cheddar, brie, blue cheese, goat cheese, and smoked gouda provide a range of textures and flavors that complement each other well.
- → Can I substitute the honey for a vegan option?
Yes, simply omit the honey or use a plant-based drizzle such as maple syrup to keep it vegan-friendly.
- → How should the fruits be prepared?
Slice fresh pear and apple thinly, keep grapes in small bunches, and arrange dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near cheeses.
- → Are the autumn leaves edible?
No, autumn leaves are for decorative purposes only and should not be eaten.
- → What types of crackers pair well here?
Assorted crackers with varying textures work best to complement the cheeses and fruits on the board.
- → How long does the platter stay fresh?
Serve immediately at room temperature for best flavor; cheeses and fruits are best enjoyed fresh within a couple of hours.