Save A festive, easy-to-assemble wreath-shaped grazing board, perfect for holiday entertaining. Features a colorful assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, crackers, and fresh produce, arranged in a beautiful circular display.
This grazing board has become a holiday favorite in my family for its versatility and stunning look on any table.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g brie cut into wedges, 100 g sharp cheddar cubed, 100 g goat cheese sliced into rounds
- Charcuterie (omit for vegetarian): 100 g prosciutto folded, 100 g salami sliced
- Crackers & Breads: 100 g assorted crackers, 1 small baguette sliced
- Fresh Produce: 100 g red grapes in small bunches, 100 g cherry tomatoes, 1 small cucumber sliced, 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips, 80 g mixed olives (green and black), 60 g baby carrots
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs (for wreath effect), 40 g dried cranberries, 30 g mixed nuts (almonds walnuts)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large round serving board or platter arrange the rosemary sprigs in a circular shape to form the wreath base.
- Step 2:
- Evenly distribute cheeses around the wreath spacing them for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Add charcuterie folding or rolling slices for texture and place evenly among the cheeses (skip or substitute with extra vegetables for vegetarian).
- Step 4:
- Fill spaces with crackers baguette slices and arrange clusters of grapes cherry tomatoes cucumber and bell pepper strips.
- Step 5:
- Place olives and baby carrots in small piles or ramekins around the wreath.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle dried cranberries and mixed nuts for color and texture.
- Step 7:
- Adjust arrangement to ensure a balanced inviting look. Serve immediately.
Save This recipe always brings smiles and conversation when enjoyed with family and friends during holiday gatherings.
Notes
Use festive touches like pomegranate seeds or edible flowers to enhance presentation and pair with sparkling wine or a crisp white for a perfect pairing.
Required Tools
Large round serving board or platter, small bowls or ramekins (for olives/nuts), cheese knife, small tongs or toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Gluten (crackers baguette), Tree nuts (mixed nuts). May contain Sulfites (olives some dried fruit), Pork (charcuterie). Always check ingredient labels for specific allergens.
Save This grazing board is a showstopper that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum delight.
Recipe FAQ
- → What cheeses work best for this grazing board?
Soft cheeses like brie, sharp cheddar, and goat cheese provide a mix of textures and flavors that complement each other well on the board.
- → Can I omit the charcuterie for a vegetarian version?
Yes, simply exclude prosciutto and salami, and add extra vegetables or marinated items like artichokes or roasted peppers to maintain variety.
- → How do I create the wreath shape on the board?
Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a circular pattern on your serving board to form a wreath base, then layer the other ingredients evenly around it.
- → What are good substitutes for crackers and bread if I want gluten-free options?
Gluten-free crackers or sliced gluten-free baguette are ideal alternatives to accommodate dietary needs.
- → How long can the grazing board wreath be kept before serving?
It's best assembled shortly before serving to maintain freshness, especially for perishable items like cheeses and fresh produce.
- → What beverages pair well with this grazing board?
Sparkling wine, crisp white wine, or light beers complement the assortment of cheeses, meats, and fresh produce beautifully.