Shining Bright Christmas Board (Printable Version)

Festive board featuring cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, sweets perfect for holiday spread and easy entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 7 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 7 oz Cheddar, cubed
03 - 5.3 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 5.3 oz Goat cheese log, sliced

→ Charcuterie

05 - 5.3 oz Prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 5.3 oz Salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz Smoked turkey breast, rolled

→ Fresh Fruits

08 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
09 - 1 cup green grapes
10 - 2 pears, sliced
11 - 1 apple, sliced
12 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds

→ Dried Fruits & Nuts

13 - ½ cup dried apricots
14 - ½ cup dried figs, halved
15 - ½ cup roasted almonds
16 - ½ cup candied pecans
17 - ¼ cup pistachios, shelled

→ Crackers & Breads

18 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
19 - 1 French baguette, sliced
20 - 3.5 oz breadsticks

→ Sweets & Festive Treats

21 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate pieces
22 - 3.5 oz gingerbread cookies
23 - ¼ cup white chocolate stars
24 - Gold sugar pearls, to decorate

→ Condiments

25 - ¼ cup fig jam
26 - ¼ cup honey
27 - ¼ cup whole grain mustard

# How To Make It:

01 - Select a large wooden board or platter to serve as the foundation.
02 - Evenly space the different cheeses across the board for a balanced visual presentation.
03 - Fold or roll the charcuterie slices and position them strategically around the cheeses.
04 - Place clusters of grapes along with the sliced pears and apples; sprinkle pomegranate seeds to enhance color.
05 - Scatter dried apricots, figs, almonds, pecans, and pistachios evenly throughout the board.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with assorted crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks to add texture.
07 - Nestle dark chocolate pieces, gingerbread cookies, and white chocolate stars in open gaps.
08 - Serve fig jam, honey, and whole grain mustard in small bowls positioned on or near the board.
09 - Garnish with gold sugar pearls and optionally add festive rosemary sprigs for aroma and decoration.
10 - Present immediately and replenish items as guests consume.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vegetarian options possible
  • Easy to prepare with no cooking time
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board omit meats and add marinated vegetables or extra cheese
  • Swap in any of your favorite cheeses fruits or sweets
03 -
  • Arrange items in festive shapes (e.g star or tree) for added holiday cheer
  • Pair with sparkling wine Prosecco or a light red
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