Pin Recipe 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 my go-to for holiday parties as it impresses guests with minimal effort.
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.
Pin Recipe This recipe creates delightful family moments as everyone gathers around the board choosing their favorites and sharing stories.
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
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 260 Total Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 20 g Protein: 10 g
Pin Recipe This grazing board wreath is sure to impress your guests and bring festive cheer to your gatherings.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the wreath board?
Start by arranging rosemary sprigs in a circle on a round board. Place cheeses evenly spaced, add folded charcuterie slices, then fill gaps with crackers and fresh produce clusters for a balanced look.
- → Can I make this without meat?
Yes, substitute charcuterie with marinated artichokes, roasted peppers, or extra cheese for a vegetarian-friendly version.
- → What are good garnish options?
Dried cranberries, mixed nuts, fresh rosemary sprigs, pomegranate seeds, or edible flowers add color and texture to the board.
- → Are there gluten-free alternatives?
Use gluten-free crackers or omit the baguette to accommodate gluten-free dietary needs.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Wrap the board components separately in airtight containers and refrigerate. Consume cheeses and produce within a couple of days for freshness.