Description
This Fall Cheese Board is a stunning, seasonal grazing platter perfect for entertaining guests. It’s filled with rich cheeses, savory meats, crisp fruits, spiced nuts, and warm fall accents like honey, fig jam, and pumpkin — a cozy and elegant centerpiece for any autumn gathering.
Ingredients
- Cheeses:
- Aged cheddar (sharp and crumbly)
- Brie or camembert (soft and creamy)
- Smoked gouda or Havarti (mild and nutty)
- Blue cheese or gorgonzola (bold and tangy, optional)
- Meats:
- Prosciutto
- Genoa salami
- Spicy soppressata or peppered turkey slices
- Fruits:
- Apple slices (Honeycrisp or Gala)
- Pears (Bosc or Anjou)
- Red or green grapes
- Dried apricots or cranberries
- Figs (fresh or dried)
- Crackers & Bread:
- Whole wheat or seeded crackers
- French baguette slices
- Pretzel crisps or crostini
- Extras:
- Honey or hot honey
- Fig or apple butter
- Spiced nuts (candied pecans or roasted almonds)
- Dark chocolate squares or bark
- Fresh rosemary sprigs or mini pumpkins for garnish
Instructions
- Start with a large wooden or marble board as your base. Arrange cheeses evenly across the board, cutting a few slices to encourage guests to dig in.
- Fold or roll slices of cured meats and arrange them next to the cheeses for variety and texture.
- Add small bowls of honey, fig jam, or apple butter around the board for dipping and drizzling.
- Fill in the gaps with fruits, alternating colors and textures for visual balance.
- Scatter crackers, baguette slices, and pretzel crisps around the cheeses and meats.
- Add a handful of spiced nuts and a few pieces of dark chocolate for sweet contrast.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs, sage leaves, or mini pumpkins for a festive fall touch.
- Serve at room temperature with wine, cider, or sparkling water.
Notes
- Bring cheeses to room temperature for 30–45 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Choose a variety of textures and flavors: soft, hard, mild, and bold cheeses.
- Pair with fall beverages like red wine, apple cider, or mulled wine.
- Make it personal by adding mini name tags or labels for each cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembled
- Cuisine: American