A colorful mix of fruits, cheeses, nuts, crackers, and honey arranged for a charming snack.
# Components:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 1 cup halved strawberries
02 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
03 - 1 apple, sliced
04 - 1 pear, sliced
05 - 1/2 cup blueberries
→ Cheeses
06 - 3.5 oz sliced brie cheese
07 - 3.5 oz cubed sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 3.5 oz sliced gouda cheese
→ Crunchy Bites
09 - 1 cup honey graham crackers
10 - 1 cup assorted crackers (e.g., water, multigrain)
→ Nuts & Seeds
11 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
12 - 1/4 cup shelled pistachios
→ Honey & Spreads
13 - 1/2 cup honey
14 - 2 tablespoons fig jam (optional)
→ Extras
15 - 1/4 cup dried apricots
16 - Edible flowers or mint leaves for garnish (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Slice apples and pears immediately before serving to avoid browning.
02 - Place honey in a small pot or bowl at the center of a large serving board or platter.
03 - Neatly arrange the fruits, cheeses, crackers, and nuts around the honey, creating visually distinct sections.
04 - If desired, add fig jam in a small bowl and tuck in dried apricots along with edible flowers or mint leaves to enhance color and variety.
05 - Decorate with edible flowers or mint leaves for a playful woodland effect.
06 - Serve immediately, encouraging guests to dip fruits, cheeses, and crackers into the honey.