Save to Pinterest An elegant and inviting cheese board featuring a selection of cheeses, fresh honeycomb, floral honey, and delicious accompaniments. Perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated appetizer.
This honeycomb honey amp cheese board has become a staple at my gatherings; everyone loves the variety and beautiful arrangement.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced, 150 g Roquefort or blue cheese, crumbled or sliced, 150 g Goat cheese, log or rounds, sliced, 150 g Comté or Gruyère, sliced or cubed
- Honey: 100 g honeycomb, 80 ml floral honey (e.g., acacia or lavender)
- Accompaniments: 1 small bunch of red or green grapes, 1 small handful of dried apricots, 1 small handful of walnuts or almonds, 1 pear, sliced, 1 apple, sliced, 1 baguette, sliced, Crackers or crispbread, as desired
- Garnish (optional): Edible flowers, Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Arrange the cheeses:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving board or platter, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Prepare the honey:
- Place the honeycomb in a small bowl or directly on the board. Pour the floral honey into a small jar or bowl with a honey dipper.
- Add accompaniments:
- Add the grapes, dried apricots, and nuts in small clusters around the cheeses.
- Place fruit and bread:
- Fan out the pear and apple slices, and place the baguette slices and crackers on the board.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve at room temperature for best flavor.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always sparks happy family moments as everyone gathers around to share and enjoy the beautiful presentation and flavors.
Notes
Swap nuts for seeds for a nut-free version. Always use ripe seasonal fruits for the best flavor.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Small bowls for honey and honeycomb, Cheese knives, Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (all cheeses) Tree nuts (if using walnuts almonds) Gluten (baguette crackers). For gluten-free use gluten-free bread crackers. For nut-free omit nuts or replace with seeds. Always check ingredient labels if you have food allergies.
Save to Pinterest This honeycomb honey and cheese board is a perfect blend of flavors and textures sure to impress your guests.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What types of cheeses work best for this board?
Use a variety like Brie for creaminess, Roquefort for tang, Goat cheese for softness, and Comté or Gruyère for nuttiness, balancing textures and flavors.
- → How should I serve the honeycomb and honey?
Place honeycomb in a small bowl or on the board and provide floral honey in a jar with a dipper for easy drizzling.
- → What fresh fruits complement the cheese and honey elements?
Sliced pears and apples alongside clusters of red or green grapes add natural sweetness and freshness that balance the cheeses.
- → Can I customize the nuts and accompaniments?
Absolutely; walnuts or almonds can be swapped for seeds for nut-free options, and dried apricots add chewy sweetness to contrast textures.
- → What is the ideal serving temperature for this board?
Serve the board at room temperature to best appreciate the full range of flavors and textures in the cheeses and accompaniments.
- → Which wines pair well with this cheese and honey spread?
Crisp white wines like Sancerre or Sauvignon Blanc and lighter reds such as Pinot Noir complement the creamy and sweet elements beautifully.