Save Pin 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.
This cheese platter has become my go-to for autumn gatherings because it impresses guests with minimal effort.
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
- Fan fruit slices:
- 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 fruit:
- 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 and 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
- Garnish platter:
- 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 Pin My family always gathers around this platter during fall celebrations creating warm and joyful moments together.
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories 380, total fat 20 g, carbohydrates 34 g, protein 13 g per serving
Save Pin This platter is perfect for easy entertaining and enjoying the flavors of the season with loved ones.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best for an autumn platter?
Choosing a mix of textures and flavors like aged cheddar, brie, blue cheese, goat cheese, and smoked gouda creates a balanced and interesting selection.
- → How should the fruits be prepared for the platter?
Slice fresh fruits such as pears and apples, and arrange whole grapes alongside dried fruits like apricots and cranberries for color and variety.
- → What nuts complement the cheese and fruit selection?
Raw pecans and walnuts add crunch and earthy flavors that enhance both fruity and creamy cheese elements.
- → Can this platter be made vegan-friendly?
Yes, substitute plant-based cheeses and omit honey to keep flavors harmonious and cater to vegan preferences.
- → How should the board be served for best flavor?
Serve immediately at room temperature to allow cheeses to soften and flavors to fully develop.
- → Are the autumn leaves edible?
The leaves are purely decorative and should not be eaten; ensure they are clean and non-toxic for safe presentation.