Save A vibrant, spring-inspired cheese board arranged to resemble a blooming daffodil, featuring a mix of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and crackers for a stunning visual centerpiece and delightful tasting experience.
This cheese board was the highlight of our spring gathering, impressing everyone with its beauty and variety.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g sharp cheddar cheese, sliced into petals
- Cheeses: 150 g brie or camembert, cut into wedges
- Cheeses: 100 g goat cheese, rolled into small balls
- Cheeses: 100 g manchego or aged gouda, cubed
- Fruits: 1 small bunch green grapes, halved
- Fruits: 1 mango, sliced thinly
- Fruits: 1/2 cup dried apricots
- Fruits: 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup roasted almonds
- Nuts & Extras: 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled
- Nuts & Extras: 2 tbsp honey
- Nuts & Extras: 1/4 cup fig jam
- Crackers & Bread: 100 g water crackers
- Crackers & Bread: 100 g seeded crispbread
- Crackers & Bread: 1 small baguette, sliced
- Garnish: Edible flowers (e.g., marigold or pansy petals)
- Garnish: Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large round platter, arrange the sliced cheddar in a radiating petal pattern to form the daffodils outer petals.
- Step 2:
- Place the brie or camembert wedges in a circle inside the cheddar petals to create the inner ring.
- Step 3:
- Form a central cup by piling the goat cheese balls in the center of the board.
- Step 4:
- Fill in gaps with manchego cubes, alternating with grapes and mango slices to add color and contrast.
- Step 5:
- Tuck dried apricots and blueberries around the cheeses for bursts of sweetness and visual appeal.
- Step 6:
- Scatter almonds and pistachios throughout the board.
- Step 7:
- Place honey and fig jam in small bowls, and set them on the board.
- Step 8:
- Arrange crackers, crispbread, and baguette slices around the edge of the platter.
- Step 9:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh mint leaves for a springtime finish.
- Step 10:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to mix and match flavors.
Save Sharing this cheese board with family always creates joyful moments and inspires conversation.
Required Tools
Large round platter, cheese knives, small bowls for honey and jam, serving tongs or forks
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, tree nuts (almonds, pistachios), and gluten (crackers, bread). Some cheeses may contain animal rennet. Always check labels for potential allergens if serving to guests with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Calories 340. Total Fat 17 g. Carbohydrates 34 g. Protein 13 g.
Save This cheese board elevates any entertaining occasion with a harmonious mix of flavors and a beautiful presentation.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → How do you create the daffodil shape with cheese?
Arrange sharp cheddar slices in a radiating petal pattern for the outer ring, then place brie wedges in a smaller circle inside to resemble daffodil petals.
- → What fruits pair well on this board?
Green grapes, thinly sliced mango, dried apricots, and fresh blueberries add sweetness and vibrant color contrast to the cheeses.
- → Can this board be adapted for different diets?
Yes, plant-based cheeses and maple syrup can replace dairy and honey for a vegan-friendly version, while meat additions suit non-vegetarian preferences.
- → What is the best way to serve nuts and extras on the board?
Scatter roasted almonds and pistachios evenly across the board and serve honey and fig jam in small bowls for dipping or drizzling.
- → Which wines complement this cheese arrangement?
Light, fruity wines like Sauvignon Blanc or rosé nicely balance the flavor combinations on the board.