Winter Wonderland Platter (Print View)

A stunning board with pale cheeses, nuts, crackers, and icy accents for elegant winter entertaining.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 7 oz fresh goat cheese (log or rounds)
02 - 5.3 oz Brie or Camembert, rind trimmed
03 - 3.5 oz mild white cheddar or mozzarella, cubed

→ Nuts & Fruits

04 - 3.5 oz blanched almonds
05 - 3.5 oz macadamia nuts
06 - 3.5 oz dried white mulberries or white raisins
07 - 1 small bunch green grapes

→ Crackers & Bread

08 - 7 oz white rice crackers (gluten-free)
09 - 3.5 oz plain water crackers
10 - 1 small baguette, sliced and lightly toasted

→ Accents & Garnishes

11 - 1/4 cup edible silver leaf flakes or metallic silver dragées
12 - 1/4 cup white chocolate curls
13 - Light blue sugared almonds or Jordan almonds
14 - Fresh rosemary sprigs, dusted with powdered sugar

→ Accompaniments

15 - 1/4 cup honey or white fig jam
16 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt dip or whipped ricotta

# Directions:

01 - Place the goat cheese, Brie or Camembert, and cheddar or mozzarella centrally on a large serving board, spacing evenly for easy access.
02 - Fan out the rice crackers, water crackers, and toasted baguette slices around the cheeses to form a border.
03 - Fill small bowls with blanched almonds, macadamia nuts, dried mulberries, and green grapes; arrange these bowls at intervals around the board.
04 - Place dollops of honey or white fig jam and Greek yogurt dip or whipped ricotta in small ramekins positioned evenly around the platter.
05 - Sprinkle white chocolate curls and blue sugared almonds across open spaces on the board to add color and whimsy.
06 - Place fresh rosemary sprigs dusted lightly with powdered sugar throughout for a frosted winter effect.
07 - Carefully apply edible silver leaf flakes or metallic dragées as accent points to enhance visual appeal.
08 - Present immediately, ensuring all components are arranged for convenient guest access.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required means more time to spend with your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen
  • The dramatic presentation always gets compliments before anyone takes a single bite
  • It's naturally vegetarian and easily adapted for dietary restrictions without losing any magic
  • Everything can be prepped ahead, leaving you calm and collected when people arrive
02 -
  • Toast your baguette slices just before assembly. I learned this the hard way when I prepared them hours early and they became soft by serving time. That tiny extra step prevents disaster.
  • Dust your rosemary with powdered sugar no more than 30 minutes before serving, otherwise the moisture in the air causes the sugar to dissolve and the frosted effect fades.
  • Keep your board in a cool spot until serving. Soft cheeses can begin to weep and lose their shape in warm kitchens, especially near heating vents.
03 -
  • Chill your serving board in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before assembling. This keeps soft cheeses firm and extends the life of the entire platter during serving.
  • Cut a thin slice of each cheese before serving and place it on a cracker as a suggestion. People often appreciate a starting point, and it gives shy guests permission to begin exploring.
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