Save An elegant and festive cheese board featuring a selection of gold and silver cheeses, fresh fruit, and nuts, perfect for New Years Eve celebrations.
This cheese cube board always impresses my guests with its beautiful look and easy prep time.
Ingredients
- Gold Cheeses: 150 g aged Gouda, cut into cubes 150 g cheddar (medium or aged), cut into cubes
- Silver Cheeses: 150 g manchego, cut into cubes 150 g goat cheese, rolled into small balls or cut into cubes 100 g Camembert or Brie, cut into small wedges (optional silver leaf for decoration, food-grade)
- Fruits: 1 cup green grapes 1 cup golden raisins 1 pear, sliced
- Nuts & Accents: 1/2 cup toasted walnuts 1/2 cup roasted almonds Edible gold and silver leaf (optional, for decoration) Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, for garnish
- Crackers & Accompaniments: 1 cup assorted gluten-free crackers 1/2 cup honey or fig jam (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange cheeses:
- Arrange the gold cheeses (Gouda, cheddar) on one side of a large serving board.
- Place silver cheeses:
- Place the silver cheeses (manchego, goat cheese, Camembert/Brie) on the opposite side.
- Decorate with leaf:
- If desired, gently apply small pieces of edible gold and silver leaf to some cheese cubes for a festive touch.
- Add fruits:
- Add clusters of green grapes, golden raisins, and pear slices around the cheeses.
- Scatter nuts:
- Scatter walnuts and almonds across the board.
- Garnish:
- Fill in spaces with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs for color and aroma.
- Serve accompaniments:
- Place the crackers and honey or fig jam in small bowls or on the board.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, ensuring easy access to all components.
Save This board always brings the family together for a festive and tasty experience during holidays.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, sharp cheese knife, small bowls for honey or jam, tongs or cocktail picks (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains milk and tree nuts (walnuts, almonds). Crackers may contain additional allergens; choose gluten-free or allergen-friendly varieties as needed.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 320 calories, 20 g total fat, 20 g carbohydrates, 12 g protein.
Save This cheese cube board elevates any celebration with minimal effort and maximum style.
Recipe Guide
- → Which cheeses best suit the gold and silver theme?
Aged Gouda and cheddar work well for gold tones, while manchego, goat cheese, and Camembert or Brie represent the silver hues nicely.
- → How can I add a festive touch to the cheese board?
Applying small pieces of edible gold and silver leaf to some cheese cubes creates an elegant and festive appearance.
- → What fruits complement the cheeses on this board?
Green grapes, golden raisins, and sliced pears add fresh sweetness and balance rich cheeses.
- → Are there recommended nuts to include for texture?
Toasted walnuts and roasted almonds provide crunch and earthy flavors that complement the cheeses and fruits.
- → What accompaniments pair well with this cheese board?
Gluten-free crackers, honey, or fig jam enhance the flavors and offer contrast to the creamy and firm cheeses.
- → Can I substitute cheeses based on availability?
Yes, Comté or Emmental can replace gold cheeses, and blue cheese can serve as a silver alternative depending on preference.