An artisanal cheese board with seasonal fruits, nuts, and woodland-inspired decorative accents perfect for sharing.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz brie, whole wheel
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cubed
04 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled
05 - 2.8 oz goat cheese, log
→ Fruits
06 - 1 small bunch red grapes
07 - 1 small apple, sliced
08 - 1 small pear, sliced
09 - 1 handful fresh blueberries
10 - 1 handful dried cranberries
→ Nuts & Seeds
11 - 1.8 oz whole walnuts
12 - 1.8 oz roasted almonds
13 - 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
→ Accompaniments
14 - 6–8 whole grain crackers
15 - 6–8 mini breadsticks
16 - 2 tbsp honey
17 - 2 tbsp fig jam
→ Decorative Garnishes
18 - Fresh rosemary sprigs (to resemble pine needles)
19 - Edible flowers (such as violets or pansies)
20 - Small cleaned mushrooms (button or enoki)
21 - Baby carrots, trimmed
# Directions:
01 - Place the cheeses spaced evenly on a large wooden serving board to create distinct sections.
02 - Fan out apple and pear slices adjacent to cheeses; scatter grapes and blueberries artistically around the board.
03 - Distribute walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries in small visually appealing clusters.
04 - Group crackers and breadsticks nearby, leaning them against cheeses or bundling for variety.
05 - Spoon honey and fig jam into small ramekins or place directly on the board for convenient access.
06 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs, edible flowers, and cleaned small mushrooms to evoke woodland imagery.
07 - Add trimmed baby carrots to provide vibrant color and playful woodland character.
08 - Serve immediately or cover loosely and refrigerate until ready to present.
