Save A stunning and delicious appetizer platter arranged in the shape of a festive tree featuring cheeses charcuterie fresh fruits nuts and savory nibbles perfectly suited for holiday gatherings
This platter has become a holiday favorite in our family bringing everyone together with its festive look and delicious variety
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
- Outline Tree:
- On a large serving board or platter arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a triangle shape to outline the tree.
- Arrange Layers:
- Starting at the base alternate rows of cheese cubes charcuterie fruits vegetables and nuts creating colorful horizontal lines that fill the tree shape.
- Add Top 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.
- Base:
- Arrange sliced baguette and crackers along the base as the tree trunk.
- Chill:
- Chill until ready to serve and present with small serving forks or cocktail picks.
Save Gathering around this platter has become a joyful tradition in our family making every holiday meal special
Notes
Try different cheeses such as Emmental Roquefort or Camembert for variety
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small knives for cheese Cocktail picks or small forks Star-shaped cutter optional
Allergen Information
Contains Milk cheese Tree nuts walnuts almonds Wheat baguette crackers Pork charcuterie if included May contain Sulfites dried fruits cured meats Always check labels for allergens
Save This festive tree platter adds charm and flavor to your holiday table creating a memorable experience
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do you arrange the tree shape?
Use fresh rosemary sprigs to outline a triangle and layer ingredients in rows inside to create a tree form.
- → Can this platter be made vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the charcuterie and add more cheeses, marinated olives, or roasted peppers.
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Brie, Comté, and goat cheese offer creamy, firm, and fresh textures; Emmental or Camembert also work well.
- → How should the platter be served?
Chill it briefly to set, then serve with small forks or cocktail picks alongside sliced baguette and crackers.
- → What garnishes enhance the festive look?
Fresh rosemary sprigs form the branches, with starfruit or star-shaped cheese for the top star, plus colorful fruits and nuts filling gaps.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Yes, substitute gluten-free crackers or bread to accommodate gluten sensitivity.