Peppermint Stripe Celebration (Print View)

Colorful holiday platter featuring red and white ingredients arranged in festive stripes.

# Components:

→ Cheeses

01 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine or bocconcini)
02 - 7 oz white cheddar cheese, sliced
03 - 7 oz Havarti cheese, sliced

→ Red Accents

04 - 5.3 oz sliced strawberries
05 - 5.3 oz raspberries
06 - 3.5 oz cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
07 - 3.5 oz roasted red bell peppers, sliced

→ Savory Meats (optional)

08 - 5.3 oz thinly sliced salami
09 - 3.5 oz prosciutto

→ Crackers & Bread

10 - 5.3 oz water crackers
11 - 3.5 oz baguette slices

→ Garnishes

12 - Fresh mint leaves, for decoration
13 - Microgreens or edible flowers (optional)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Arrange a large rectangular or circular serving platter as your foundation.
02 - On one edge, place a row of white cheese such as mozzarella balls or sliced cheddar.
03 - Follow with a row of red elements, for example, sliced strawberries or raspberries.
04 - Continue layering alternating rows of white cheeses and red ingredients, including tomatoes, roasted peppers, and optional meats, to create distinct stripes.
05 - Insert rows of water crackers and baguette slices between some stripes to add texture.
06 - If using, roll salami slices into rose shapes and nestle them within red rows for visual interest.
07 - Decorate the arrangement with fresh mint leaves to reinforce the peppermint theme.
08 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking required—just pure assembly and creativity, perfect when your oven is already packed during the holidays
  • Naturally stunning presentation that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen when it actually took minutes
  • Completely customizable to your tastes and dietary preferences, so everyone at your table feels included
  • Works beautifully as a vegetarian centerpiece or with meats, adapting to whatever your guests prefer
02 -
  • Pat your strawberries and tomatoes dry before arranging—any excess moisture will make the platter look sad and cause ingredients to slip. A paper towel is your best friend here.
  • Arrange this as close to serving time as possible; soft cheeses and berries can weep and blur your colors if they sit too long. If you must prep ahead, cover loosely and keep your red and white ingredients in separate sections until the last moment.
03 -
  • Buy your ingredients from places where you can taste before buying—quality matters more on a simple platter where nothing hides behind heavy sauces or spices
  • Keep your platter cold in the fridge until the absolute last moment; warm cheese loses its shape and berries start to look tired
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