Easy Cheese Plate Appetizer

Effortlessly elevate your next gathering with this Easy Cheese Plate Appetizer—a no-cook masterpiece brimming with flavor and artistry! Perfectly balancing textures and tastes, this stunning cheese platter features a trio of crowd-pleasing cheeses—hard, soft, and blue—paired with a medley of fresh and dried fruits, crunchy nuts, and crisp bread or crackers. The addition of honey or jam provides a luscious hint of sweetness, while fresh herb sprigs lend a pop of vibrant greenery. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant appetizer is ideal for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to formal celebrations. Serve it on a beautiful wooden or marble board for a show-stopping centerpiece that’s as delicious as it is visually impressive.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 oz Hard cheese (e.g., aged cheddar or Parmesan)
• 6 oz Soft cheese (e.g., Brie or Camembert)
• 4 oz Blue cheese (e.g., Gorgonzola or Roquefort)
• 1 cup Fresh fruit (e.g., grapes or sliced apples)
• 0.5 cup Dried fruit (e.g., apricots or figs)
• 0.5 cup Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
• 12 pieces Bread or crackers (e.g., baguette slices or water crackers)
• 3 tbsp Honey or jam
• 2 sprigs Fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary or thyme, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Select a large wooden or marble serving board for your cheese plate. Ensure it is clean and dry.

Step 2

2. Cut the hard cheese into bite-sized cubes or slices and place them on one section of the board.

Step 3

3. Slice the soft cheese into wedges or leave it whole for guests to serve themselves. Position it near the hard cheese.

Step 4

4. Crumble the blue cheese into small chunks and arrange it in its own section of the board.

Step 5

5. Wash and dry the fresh fruit. Arrange it in clusters around the cheeses for color and sweetness contrast.

Step 6

6. Add dried fruits to the board in small piles near the cheeses and fresh fruit.

Step 7

7. Scatter nuts across the board or place them in small bowls for variety and texture.

Step 8

8. Arrange the bread or crackers around the edges of the board for easy access.

Step 9

9. Place a small dish of honey or jam on the board and add a serving spoon or small knife for spreading.

Step 10

10. Garnish the cheese plate with fresh herb sprigs for a touch of greenery.

Step 11

11. Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve (up to 2 hours). Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1252.7 grams (1252.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3888

Total Fat 184.00g	236%
Saturated Fat 94.10g	471%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 409mg	136%
Sodium 6037mg	262%
Total Carbohydrate 424.00g	154%
Dietary Fiber 29.80g	106%
Total Sugars 134.40g
Protein 149.30g	299%

Vitamin D 95IU	474%
Calcium 2357mg	181%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2356mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 42.9%