Save Pin A festive, wintry-themed grazing tray featuring a beautiful selection of cheeses, charcuterie, seasonal fruits, nuts, and sweet treats—perfect for holiday gatherings.
This grazing tray has become a staple at our winter holiday parties as it brings everyone together with its colorful and tasty assortment.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cheese sliced, 150 g aged Cheddar cubed, 120 g blue cheese crumbled, 100 g goat cheese log sliced into rounds
- Charcuterie (optional for vegetarian version, omit): 120 g prosciutto, 100 g salami sliced, 100 g smoked turkey breast sliced
- Seasonal Fruits: 1 cup red grapes washed and halved, 1 cup green grapes washed, 1 large pomegranate seeded, 2 pears sliced, 1 apple sliced, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Nuts & Savory Snacks: 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup candied pecans, 1/2 cup pistachios (shelled), 1/2 cup marinated olives
- Sweet Treats: 100 g white chocolate bark broken into pieces, 100 g dark chocolate squares, 1/2 cup mini meringues
- Crackers & Bread: 200 g assorted crackers, 1 small baguette sliced, 1/2 cup breadsticks
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Choose a large wooden board or platter as your base.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheese selections evenly around the board, spacing them apart for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Fold or roll charcuterie slices and place them in clusters beside cheeses (omit for vegetarian version).
- Step 4:
- Fill in spaces with fresh and dried fruits, fanning out slices for color and accessibility.
- Step 5:
- Add nuts, olives, and sweet treats in small piles or in decorative bowls.
- Step 6:
- Position crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks in rows or stacks around the board edges.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary and edible flowers for a wintery touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (up to 1 hour in advance).
Save Pin This tray has created many memorable family moments as everyone gathers around to share stories and enjoy the festive food.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls (for olives, nuts, or spreads), cheese knives, small tongs or forks
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese, chocolate), Tree nuts (almonds, pecans, pistachios), Gluten (crackers, bread), Eggs (meringues possibly in some breads and crackers). Meats are present unless omitted. Always check labels for gluten, nut, or dairy cross-contamination if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (based on 10 servings including meat and cheese): Calories ~380, Total Fat 22 g, Carbohydrates 32 g, Protein 13 g.
Save Pin This Winter Wonderland Grazing Tray brings elegance and ease to any holiday gathering with its beautiful presentation and variety.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of cheeses work best for this board?
Soft options like Brie and goat cheese pair well with aged varieties such as Cheddar and blue cheese, offering balanced textures and flavors.
- → Can the charcuterie be omitted?
Yes, for a vegetarian option, simply remove the meats and add more cheeses or roasted vegetables to maintain variety.
- → How should fruits be prepared?
Wash grapes and halve them, slice pears and apples, and seed pomegranates for easy picking and visual appeal.
- → What garnishes elevate the tray’s presentation?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers add a festive, wintery touch and enhance the board's visual charm.
- → How long can the tray be prepared in advance?
It can be assembled up to one hour before serving; cover and refrigerate to keep ingredients fresh.
- → What drink pairs well with this assortment?
A crisp white wine or a light-bodied red complements the mixture of cheeses, meats, and fruits beautifully.