Winter Wonderland Grazing Tray (Printable)

Festive grazing tray with cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, nuts, and sweet treats for holiday occasions.

# What you need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 4.2 oz blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, log sliced into rounds

→ Charcuterie (optional for vegetarian version)

05 - 4.2 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced

→ Seasonal Fruits

08 - 1 cup red grapes, washed and halved
09 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
10 - 1 large pomegranate, seeded
11 - 2 pears, sliced
12 - 1 apple, sliced
13 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
14 - 1/2 cup dried apricots

→ Nuts & Savory Snacks

15 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
16 - 1/2 cup candied pecans
17 - 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled
18 - 1/2 cup marinated olives

→ Sweet Treats

19 - 3.5 oz white chocolate bark, broken into pieces
20 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate squares
21 - 1/2 cup mini meringues

→ Crackers & Bread

22 - 7 oz assorted crackers
23 - 1 small baguette, sliced
24 - 1/2 cup breadsticks

→ Garnishes

25 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
26 - Edible flowers (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Select a large wooden board or platter to serve as the foundation for arranging ingredients.
02 - Distribute the sliced and cubed cheeses evenly around the board, spacing them to create visual interest.
03 - Fold or roll charcuterie slices and cluster them beside the cheeses; omit this step for a vegetarian option.
04 - Fill in gaps with fresh and dried fruits, fanning sliced items outward for accessibility and color contrast.
05 - Position nuts, olives, and sweet treats in small piles or decorative bowls throughout the board.
06 - Arrange crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks in rows or stacks along the edges of the board.
07 - Finish with fresh rosemary sprigs and optional edible flowers to impart a festive, wintery accent.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to one hour before serving to maintain freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Beautiful selection of cheeses and seasonal fruits
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board simply omit the meats and add more cheese or roasted vegetables
  • Try adding honey, fig jam, or chutney for extra flavor
03 -
  • Brush fruit slices lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning
  • Use small bowls to separate wet items like olives to keep crackers crisp
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