Fruit and Cheese Christmas Board
A festive and elegant holiday platter featuring cheddar, gouda, grapes, pomegranate seeds, and pecans arranged in a Christmas tree shape. Perfect for parties and gatherings.
Equipment
- Tray (12 x 10 inches)
- Cookie cutter (star-shaped)
Ingredients
Cheeses
- 4 oz cheddar cheese cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 oz gouda cheese cut into bite-sized pieces
Fruits and Nuts
- 2 cups red grapes washed
- 2 cups green grapes washed
- 1/2 pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup pecans for the trunk
- arugula leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the cheddar and gouda cheese into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Wash the grapes and shake off excess water.
- Lay out a tray or flat surface. Start at the bottom and arrange alternating layers of cheese and grapes to form a tree shape.
- Adjust the arrangement to refine the tree shape. Scatter pomegranate seeds around the tree and tuck in arugula leaves.
- Use pecans to create a trunk. Cut a star shape from sliced cheese using a cookie cutter and place it at the top.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate covered for up to 24 hours before serving.
Notes
For a festive touch, add cranberries or rosemary sprigs as additional decorations.