Irresistible Cheese and Jam Pairing Board with Honeycomb
A stunning cheese and jam pairing board featuring creamy cheeses, vibrant jams, and luxurious honeycomb, perfect for entertaining or indulging in a cozy evening.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Global
Ingredients
- Brie or Camembert
- Sharp cheddar
- Blue cheese
- Goat cheese
- Fig jam
- Raspberry jam
- Apricot preserves
- Honeycomb
- Assorted crackers
- Sliced baguette or artisan bread
- Grapes (red and green)
- Apple slices
- Fresh figs
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Pecans
- Olives
- Dark chocolate squares or shards
Instructions
- Choose your board: Select a flat surface for arranging your items, such as a wooden board or marble slab.
- Prepare the cheeses: Slice cheddar into thin squares or wedges, cut blue cheese into chunks, arrange brie or camembert whole, and shape goat cheese into rounds or leave it whole.
- Set the jams: Spoon each jam into small bowls or ramekins and place them around the board.
- Add the honeycomb: Place the honeycomb in the center of the board, optionally on a small plate or parchment paper.
- Arrange the crackers and bread: Fan out crackers and bread slices around the edges of the board.
- Add fresh fruits: Scatter grapes, apple slices, and other fruits around the board.
- Include nuts and extras: Fill gaps with toasted nuts, dark chocolate squares, and olives in a small bowl.
- Final touches: Adjust the arrangement for balance and an inviting look, ensuring a mix of colors and textures.
Notes
[‘Let cheeses sit out for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.’, ‘Leave space between items on the board for easy access.’, ‘Encourage guests to experiment with flavor combinations.’, ‘Include a mix of textures and balance sweet and savory items.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
Keywords: Cheese board, Jam pairing, Honeycomb, Appetizer, Entertaining, No cooking, Gluten-free option