Save to Pinterest 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 quickly became a holiday favorite at our gatherings and is always met with compliments on its beautiful presentation.
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 to Pinterest This recipe is always a hit with family who love grazing and it becomes a shared centerpiece for many celebrations.
Notes
For a vegetarian wreath omit charcuterie and add marinated artichokes roasted peppers or extra cheese. Use gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free version. Add festive touches with pomegranate seeds or edible flowers. Pair with sparkling wine or a crisp white.
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 to Pinterest This grazing board wreath is a simple yet stunning dish that adds charm and flavor to any festive occasion.
Ask About This Recipe
- → How do I create the wreath shape for the board?
Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a circular shape on a large serving board to form the wreath base before adding ingredients.
- → Can this grazing board accommodate vegetarian preferences?
Yes, omit charcuterie and add marinated artichokes, roasted peppers, or extra cheese to maintain flavor and variety.
- → What types of cheese work best for this board?
Soft, semi-hard, and creamy cheeses like brie wedges, sharp cheddar cubes, and goat cheese rounds offer balanced flavors and textures.
- → How should I arrange the crackers and breads?
Fill spaces between cheeses and meats with assorted crackers and baguette slices, creating clusters for easy picking.
- → Are there tips to enhance the board’s presentation?
Use colorful garnishes like dried cranberries, mixed nuts, and fresh produce to add texture, vibrancy, and festive appeal.