Festive Cube Cheese Stack (Printable)

A vibrant stack of colorful cheese cubes paired with olives and pickles for festive holiday bites.

# What you need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cut into 0.6-inch cubes
02 - 3.5 oz gouda, cut into 0.6-inch cubes
03 - 3.5 oz havarti, cut into 0.6-inch cubes
04 - 3.5 oz pepper jack, cut into 0.6-inch cubes

→ Garnishes

05 - 16 cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 16 green olives, pitted
07 - 8 baby pickles (cornichons), sliced
08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Serving

09 - 16 wooden party picks or mini skewers

# How to make it:

01 - Cut all cheeses into evenly sized 0.6-inch cubes.
02 - Place cherry tomatoes, green olives, baby pickles, and parsley into separate bowls for easy access.
03 - Alternate 3 to 4 cubes of mixed cheeses on each wooden pick for vibrant color contrast.
04 - Insert a slice of baby pickle or an olive between layers of cheese for added taste.
05 - Finish each stack with a halved cherry tomato and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
06 - Place the completed stacks upright on a festive platter and serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and fun to assemble
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • Swap cheeses for your favorites—try Swiss Emmental or blue cheese for variety
  • Add cured meats (like salami) for a non-vegetarian option
03 -
  • Use a variety of cheese colors for better visual contrast
  • Keep the cheese cubes uniform in size for easier stacking
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