Save to Pinterest A vibrant, seasonal grazing tray arranged in the shape of a maple leaf, featuring an assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, nuts, and crackers& perfect for autumn entertaining.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar, cubed, 100 g brie, sliced, 100 g goat cheese, crumbled
- Charcuterie (omit for vegetarian option): 100 g prosciutto, folded, 100 g salami, sliced, 100 g smoked turkey, rolled
- Fruits: 1 cup red grapes, halved, 1 cup green grapes, halved, 1 apple, sliced, 1 pear, sliced, 1½ cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: 1½ cup maple glazed pecans, 1½ cup walnuts, 1¼ cup honey, 1¼ cup fig jam
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette, sliced, 200 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large board or tray, outline the shape of a maple leaf using parchment paper or by arranging crackers and bread as a guide.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheeses evenly throughout the maple leaf shape.
- Step 3:
- Artfully fold and place charcuterie slices around the cheeses, filling in gaps.
- Step 4:
- Fill in spaces with grapes, apple and pear slices, and dried cranberries for color contrast.
- Step 5:
- Scatter maple glazed pecans and walnuts throughout the tray.
- Step 6:
- Place small bowls of honey and fig jam on the board.
- Step 7:
- Add crackers and baguette slices along the edges and within the shape to maintain the maple leaf outline.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers, if desired.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately, replenishing items as needed.
Save to Pinterest Required Tools
Large serving board or tray, Small bowls for honey and jam, Cheese knives, Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Tree nuts (pecans, walnuts), Gluten (crackers, bread), Some charcuterie may contain allergens like mustard check labels, For nut free or gluten free needs, substitute as appropriate and ensure all packaged items are labeled allergen free.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~320, Total Fat: 17 g, Carbohydrates: 32 g, Protein: 12 g
Save to Pinterest Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I keep apple and pear slices from browning?
Toss apple and pear slices in lemon juice before arranging to maintain their fresh appearance.
- → Can this tray be adapted for vegetarians?
Yes, omit the charcuterie and add marinated vegetables or extra cheeses for a vegetarian-friendly board.
- → What nuts complement the flavors here?
Maple-glazed pecans and walnuts add a crunchy, sweet contrast to the creamy cheeses and savory meats.
- → What drinks pair well with this grazing tray?
A dry Riesling or sparkling cider enhances the tray’s autumnal flavors and provides refreshing balance.
- → How can I maintain the maple leaf shape while assembling?
Use parchment paper or arrange crackers and bread as an outline on your board before adding ingredients.