Save An elegant and festive cheese board featuring a selection of gold and silver cheeses, fresh fruit, and nuts, perfect for New Years Eve celebrations.
This cheese board has become my go-to for holiday gatherings because it impresses guests and requires minimal preparation.
Ingredients
- Gold Cheeses: 150 g aged Gouda cut into cubes, 150 g cheddar (medium or aged) cut into cubes
- Silver Cheeses: 150 g manchego cut into cubes, 150 g goat cheese rolled into small balls or cut into cubes, 100 g Camembert or Brie cut into small wedges (optional silver leaf for decoration food-grade)
- Fruits: 1 cup green grapes, 1 cup golden raisins, 1 pear sliced
- Nuts & Accents: 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, 1/2 cup roasted almonds, Edible gold and silver leaf (optional for decoration), Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for garnish
- Crackers & Accompaniments: 1 cup assorted gluten-free crackers, 1/2 cup honey or fig jam (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the gold cheeses (Gouda, cheddar) on one side of a large serving board.
- Step 2:
- Place the silver cheeses (manchego, goat cheese, Camembert/Brie) on the opposite side.
- Step 3:
- If desired gently apply small pieces of edible gold and silver leaf to some cheese cubes for a festive touch.
- Step 4:
- Add clusters of green grapes golden raisins and pear slices around the cheeses.
- Step 5:
- Scatter walnuts and almonds across the board.
- Step 6:
- Fill in spaces with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for color and aroma.
- Step 7:
- Place the crackers and honey or fig jam in small bowls or on the board.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately ensuring easy access to all components.
Save Sharing this cheese board at gatherings always brings smiles and a few compliments from friends and family.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, sharp cheese knife, small bowls for honey or jam, tongs or cocktail picks (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk, Tree Nuts (walnuts almonds). Crackers may contain additional allergens choose gluten-free or allergen-friendly varieties as needed. Always verify individual ingredient labels if concerned about allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 320, Total Fat 20 g, Carbohydrates 20 g, Protein 12 g.
Save This cheese board offers a festive and flavorful centerpiece that's simple to assemble and sure to impress.
Recipe FAQ
- → What types of cheeses are used for the gold section?
Aged Gouda and medium or aged cheddar cut into cubes form the gold cheese selection.
- → Which cheeses form the silver section?
Manchego cubes, goat cheese balls or cubes, and Camembert or Brie wedges make up the silver cheese group.
- → Are there suggestions to enhance the presentation?
Applying small pieces of edible gold and silver leaf to some cheese pieces adds a festive and elegant touch.
- → What accompaniments are paired with the cheeses?
Fresh green grapes, golden raisins, pear slices, toasted walnuts, roasted almonds, gluten-free crackers, and honey or fig jam complement the cheeses.
- → Can this board accommodate dietary restrictions?
The selections are vegetarian and can be made gluten-free by choosing appropriate crackers; always verify allergen labels.
- → What tools are recommended for serving?
A large serving board, sharp cheese knife, small bowls for spreads, and optional tongs or cocktail picks are helpful.