Save A stunning and delicious appetizer platter arranged in the shape of a festive tree featuring cheeses charcuterie fresh fruits nuts and savory nibbles perfect for holiday gatherings
This platter has become a holiday tradition in my family everyone loves gathering around and picking their favorites from the tree shape
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie cheese cut into cubes 150 g Comté cheese cubed 100 g goat cheese sliced into rounds
- Charcuterie (optional omit for vegetarian): 100 g prosciutto rolled 100 g saucisson sec sliced 100 g smoked turkey breast sliced
- Fruits: 1 small bunch of red grapes 1 small bunch of green grapes 1 pomegranate seeds only 1 kiwi peeled and sliced 1 apple cored and sliced
- Vegetables: 150 g cherry tomatoes 1 small cucumber sliced
- Nuts & Extras: 50 g walnuts 50 g roasted almonds 50 g dried apricots
- Garnishes & Accompaniments: Fresh rosemary sprigs (for tree branches) 1 starfruit sliced (for the top star or use a star-shaped piece of cheese) 1 baguette sliced Crackers assorted
Instructions
- Arrange rosemary sprigs:
- On a large serving board or platter arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a triangle shape to outline the tree
- Layer ingredients:
- Starting at the base alternate rows of cheese cubes charcuterie fruits vegetables and nuts creating colorful horizontal lines that fill the tree shape
- Add star:
- Place the starfruit slice or star-shaped cheese at the top of the tree as a decorative star
- Fill gaps:
- Fill gaps with grapes pomegranate seeds and nuts for extra color and texture
- Arrange bread:
- Arrange sliced baguette and crackers along the base as the tree trunk
- Chill and serve:
- Chill until ready to serve and present with small serving forks or cocktail picks
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Preparation Tips
Use a large sturdy board to support the weight and arrange ingredients beforehand for smooth assembly
Serving Suggestions
Pair this platter with crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc or light reds such as Pinot Noir for a perfect match
Allergen Information
Contains milk tree nuts wheat and optionally pork if charcuterie is included check labels for sulfites and allergens before serving
Save This appetizer is a festive crowd-pleaser that’s easy to customize and perfect for any holiday gathering
Recipe Guide
- → How do I assemble the holiday tree platter?
Start by arranging rosemary sprigs in a triangular shape on a serving board. Layer cheeses, fruits, nuts, and charcuterie in horizontal rows to fill the tree, topping it with a starfruit slice or shaped cheese.
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Soft and semi-hard cheeses like Brie, Comté, and goat cheese create a varied texture and flavor. You can also try Emmental, Roquefort, or Camembert as alternatives.
- → Can I make this platter vegetarian friendly?
Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and add more cheeses, marinated olives, or roasted peppers for added flavor and variety.
- → How can I accommodate gluten-free guests?
Replace the baguette slices and crackers with gluten-free alternatives to ensure everyone can enjoy the platter.
- → What beverages pair well with this holiday platter?
A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light red such as Pinot Noir complements the diverse flavors on the platter nicely.
- → How long can I prepare the platter in advance?
Assemble the platter up to a few hours before serving and keep it chilled to maintain freshness and texture.