Save An elegant and visually stunning cheese platter inspired by the Star of Bethlehem featuring artisanal cheeses fresh fruit and gourmet accompaniments perfect for special occasions or festive gatherings
This cheese platter always impresses my guests and brings everyone together around the table
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged Manchego 150 g creamy Brie 150 g blue cheese (Gorgonzola or Roquefort) 150 g goat cheese log 100 g smoked cheddar
- Fresh Fruit: 1 small cluster red grapes 1 small cluster green grapes 1 ripe pear sliced 1 ripe apple sliced 1 small pomegranate seeds only 6 8 dried figs halved
- Accompaniments: 80 g honey roasted almonds 80 g marcona almonds 60 g honey 60 g fig jam 1 small baguette sliced 120 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs Edible flowers optional for decoration
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses in a star shaped pattern on a large wooden board or platter starting with the goat cheese as the center point
- Fan Cheeses:
- Fan the Manchego Brie blue cheese and smoked cheddar around the center mimicking the rays of a star
- Fill Spaces:
- Fill spaces between cheeses with clusters of grapes pear and apple slices and dried figs
- Sprinkle Seeds:
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the fruit for a festive touch
- Nestle Bowls:
- Nestle small bowls of honey and fig jam among the cheeses
- Add Accompaniments:
- Add almonds and arrange baguette slices and crackers around the perimeter
- Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers
- Serve:
- Serve at room temperature for best flavor and texture
Save Gathering around this cheese platter has become a cherished family tradition during holidays and celebrations
Required Tools
Large wooden board or platter Small serving bowls Cheese knives Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Gluten (bread crackers) Tree nuts (almonds) May contain traces of other allergens depending on cheese and cracker selection Always check product labels
Nutritional Information
Per serving approx Calories 430 Total Fat 27 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 15 g
Save This platter combines elegance and ease making it a perfect appetizer for any gathering
Kitchen Guide
- → What cheeses are best for this platter?
Aged Manchego, creamy Brie, blue cheese like Gorgonzola or Roquefort, goat cheese, and smoked cheddar provide a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
- → How should the cheeses be arranged?
Place the goat cheese log in the center, then fan the Manchego, Brie, blue cheese, and cheddar around it forming a star shape for visual appeal.
- → What fresh fruits complement the cheeses?
Red and green grapes, sliced ripe pear and apple, pomegranate seeds, and dried figs add sweetness and contrast.
- → Which accompaniments enhance the platter?
Honey-roasted almonds, marcona almonds, honey, fig jam, baguette slices, and assorted crackers add texture and complementary flavors.
- → Are there any suggested garnishes?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers provide an aromatic and decorative finishing touch.
- → Can this platter be adapted for vegan diets?
Yes, substitute plant-based cheeses and replace honey with agave syrup for a vegan-friendly variation.