Holiday platter with cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and crackers arranged in a festive tree shape.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
02 - 4.2 oz gouda cheese, cubed
03 - 4.2 oz mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
→ Cured Meats
04 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
05 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
→ Vegetables & Fruits
06 - 1 small cucumber, sliced into rounds
07 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
09 - 1 cup green grapes
10 - 1 cup red grapes
11 - 1 cup black olives, pitted
→ Crackers & Nuts
12 - 1 cup assorted crackers
13 - 1/2 cup roasted almonds
→ Garnishes
14 - Fresh rosemary sprigs for tree branches
15 - 1 yellow bell pepper star, cut with a small cookie cutter or knife
# How to make it:
01 - Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs on a large rectangular serving board in a triangular shape to form the tree outline.
02 - Starting from the base, layer rows of crackers, cheeses, cured meats, vegetables, and fruits to fill the tree shape, alternating colors and textures to enhance visual appeal.
03 - Place the yellow bell pepper star at the top of the arrangement to complete the tree shape.
04 - Fill any remaining gaps with black olives, roasted almonds, or extra grapes to achieve a full and festive appearance.
05 - Serve immediately, providing guests with cheese knives, toothpicks, and cocktail napkins for easy selection.
