How to Make a Cheese Board: A Step-by-Step Guide to a Stunning Spread
Craft the perfect cheese board with this step-by-step guide! Learn how to choose cheeses, pair with fruits and nuts, and present a stunning spread ideal for any gathering—from elegant parties to cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 cheese board 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces white cheddar cheese, sliced
- 4 ounces herbed goat cheese or sheep’s milk cheese
- 8 ounces brie cheese
- Crackers or flatbread crisps (variety of shapes and flavors)
- 2 apples or pears, thinly sliced
- 8 small bunches of grapes
- ½ cup olives (Kalamata, Castelvetrano, or mixed)
- ½ cup almonds (Marcona preferred)
- Roasted chickpeas (optional)
- Tart cherry jam or fig jam
- Honey (optional)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme
- Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Select your board or platter based on size of gathering.
- Place cheeses first, spaced out evenly with room for cutting.
- Add small bowls for olives, jams, and other wet items.
- Layer crackers and breads around the cheeses and bowls.
- Tuck in sliced fruits, grapes, nuts, and optional additions like chickpeas.
- Finish with garnishes such as rosemary or edible flowers for color and elegance.
- Serve with appropriate utensils and optional cheese labels.
Notes
Use seasonal produce and vary your cheeses by texture and milk type. Prep fruits in lemon juice to prevent browning. Label cheeses to enhance the guest experience!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Varies
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: cheese board, appetizer, holiday spread, entertaining