Save A festive, visually stunning cheese platter arranged in the shape of a holiday wreath, featuring a variety of cheeses, cured meats, fresh fruits, and herbs perfectly for entertaining.
This platter has become my go-to for holiday gatherings because it combines simplicity with elegance and never fails to impress friends and family.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, cut into wedges 150 g Aged Cheddar, cubed 100 g Goat cheese, rolled into small balls 100 g Blue cheese, crumbled
- Meats (optional, omit for vegetarian): 100 g Prosciutto, folded 100 g Salami, sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup red grapes 1 cup green grapes 1/2 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- Accompaniments: 1/2 cup mixed olives 1/2 cup roasted nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans) 1/2 cup mini pickles (cornichons)
- Garnishes: 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 2 sprigs fresh thyme Fresh cranberries (for color, optional)
- Serving: Assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Arrange Base:
- Arrange a large round platter or board as your base.
- Place Herbs:
- Lay fresh rosemary and thyme around the edge to form the wreaths foliage.
- Distribute Cheeses:
- Evenly distribute the cheeses in clusters around the wreath, spacing out colors and textures.
- Add Meats:
- Add cured meats in folds or rosettes between cheese clusters (if using).
- Add Fruits:
- Tuck grapes, apricots, and pomegranate seeds among the cheese and meats for color and sweetness.
- Fill Gaps:
- Fill gaps with olives, nuts, and mini pickles.
- Scatter Cranberries:
- Scatter fresh cranberries for a festive touch, if desired.
- Arrange Serving:
- Arrange crackers and/or baguette slices around or beside the wreath.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This platter always brings my family together during the holidays creating warm and joyful moments.
Required Tools
Large round serving platter or board Small bowls (for olives nuts or spreads) Cheese knives Small tongs (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (if using) Wheat (if serving with regular crackers or bread) Some cured meats may contain gluten or other allergens check labels For nut allergies omit nuts or substitute with seeds
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 21 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 13 g per serving estimated
Save This wreath cheese platter is a perfect festive centerpiece that’s as delicious as it is beautiful.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses work best for a holiday wreath platter?
A mix of Brie, aged Cheddar, Goat cheese balls, and Blue cheese offers a balance of creamy, sharp, and tangy flavors that complement each other beautifully.
- → How can I make this platter vegetarian-friendly?
Simply omit the prosciutto and salami, then add extra cheese, nuts, or roasted vegetables to fill the space and maintain variety.
- → What fruits pair well with the cheeses on this platter?
Fresh red and green grapes, dried apricots, and pomegranate seeds introduce sweetness and tartness that enhance the cheese flavors.
- → How should I arrange the platter for visual appeal?
Use fresh rosemary and thyme to create a leafy wreath border, then cluster cheeses by type and color, intersperse meats and fruits, and fill gaps with olives, nuts, and pickles.
- → What drinks complement the holiday wreath platter?
Sparkling wine or a crisp white wine pairs well, highlighting the creamy and savory elements while refreshing the palate.