Autumn Leaf Cheese Platter (Printable Version)

Seasonal cheese and fruit board accented with nuts, crackers, and autumn leaves for elegant serving.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz aged cheddar, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz brie, wedge
03 - 5.3 oz blue cheese, wedge
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese log, sliced
05 - 4.2 oz smoked gouda, sliced

→ Fruits

06 - 1 ripe pear, sliced
07 - 1 small apple, sliced
08 - 1 bunch red grapes
09 - ½ cup dried apricots
10 - ¼ cup dried cranberries

→ Nuts & Extras

11 - ½ cup raw pecans
12 - ½ cup walnuts
13 - ¼ cup honey (for drizzling)

→ Crackers & Bread

14 - 1 baguette, sliced
15 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers

→ Garnishes

16 - A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
17 - Clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (not for consumption)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place sliced and wedge cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter, leaving space for comfortable serving.
02 - Fan out the sliced apple and pear around the cheeses to complement flavors and add visual appeal.
03 - Cluster red grapes into small bunches and distribute across the board for balance and color.
04 - Arrange dried apricots and cranberries in small piles adjacent to the cheeses to introduce sweetness.
05 - Distribute raw pecans and walnuts evenly between fruit and cheese sections for texture contrast.
06 - Arrange baguette slices and assorted crackers around the perimeter of the board to complete the selection.
07 - Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve it alongside in a small bowl with a spoon for guest preference.
08 - Insert fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs throughout the board to enhance aroma and visual interest.
09 - Decorate the platter with clean, non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive presentation, informing guests they are decorative only.
10 - Present immediately at room temperature to maximize flavor and enjoyment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Variety of textures and flavors from different cheeses
  • Elegant and festive presentation with autumn leaves
02 -
  • Select cheeses with a variety of textures and flavors for interest
  • For a vegan option substitute plant-based cheeses and omit honey
03 -
  • Use a mix of soft and hard cheeses for texture variety
  • Arrange items with contrasting colors to enhance visual appeal
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