Save to Pinterest A vibrant, seasonal cheese platter featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers, artfully arranged with autumn leaves for a festive and elegant presentation.
I enjoy serving this cheese platter at autumn gatherings where it always impresses guests with its colorful and inviting layout.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g aged cheddar sliced, 150 g brie wedge, 150 g blue cheese wedge, 120 g goat cheese log sliced, 120 g smoked gouda sliced
- Fruits: 1 ripe pear sliced, 1 small apple sliced, 1 bunch red grapes, 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup raw pecans, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup honey (for drizzling)
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette sliced, 150 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: A handful of fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, Clean non-toxic autumn leaves for decoration (optional not for eating)
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses evenly across a large wooden board or platter spacing them to allow for easy serving.
- Arrange Fruits:
- Fan out the apple and pear slices around the cheeses.
- Cluster Grapes:
- Cluster the grapes in small bunches and scatter them across the board.
- Add Dried Fruits:
- Add dried apricots and cranberries in small piles near the cheeses.
- Distribute Nuts:
- Distribute pecans and walnuts in between the fruit and cheese groups.
- Place Bread & Crackers:
- Place the sliced baguette and crackers around the edges of the board.
- Drizzle Honey:
- Drizzle honey over the goat cheese or serve it in a small bowl with a spoon.
- Add Herbs:
- Tuck in fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for aroma and visual appeal.
- Decorate with Leaves:
- Garnish the platter with clean non-toxic autumn leaves for a festive touch (remind guests the leaves are decorative only).
- Serve:
- Serve immediately at room temperature for the best flavor.
Save to Pinterest This platter always brings smiles during family fall celebrations and encourages sharing stories around the table.
Notes
Add cured meats such as prosciutto or salami for a non-vegetarian version. Pair with a crisp white wine or a light red such as Pinot Noir.
Required Tools
Large wooden board or serving platter, cheese knives, small bowls for honey or spreads, bread knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), gluten (bread some crackers), and tree nuts (pecans walnuts). Always check cheese cracker and bread labels for allergens or cross-contamination warnings.
Save to Pinterest This cheese platter is perfect for effortless entertaining and seasonal celebrations.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What types of cheese work best for this platter?
Aged cheddar, brie, blue cheese, goat cheese, and smoked gouda offer a balanced variety of textures and flavors.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients for dietary preferences?
For a vegan version, use plant-based cheeses and omit honey. Adding cured meats suits non-vegetarian tastes.
- → How should this platter be served?
Serve at room temperature to allow the cheeses to reach their full flavor and soften slightly.
- → What is the purpose of the autumn leaves on the platter?
The clean, non-toxic leaves provide a festive, decorative touch and should not be eaten.
- → What pairings complement this cheese and fruit display?
Crisp white wines or light reds such as Pinot Noir enhance the diverse flavors of this platter.