Save A festive and elegant platter designed to celebrate the New Year in style, featuring a curated selection of French-inspired canapés, cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and sweet bites—perfect for sharing with friends and family at midnight.
This platter is a favorite during holidays and always receives compliments for its variety and style.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced, 150 g Comté, cubed, 120 g Roquefort, crumbled, 100 g Chèvre (goat cheese), sliced
- Charcuterie: 150 g Jambon de Bayonne or prosciutto, thinly sliced, 120 g Saucisson sec, sliced, 100 g Rosette de Lyon, sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 ripe pear, sliced, 1 ripe apple, sliced, 8 fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season), 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
- Nuts & Extras: 80 g walnuts, 80 g Marcona almonds, 60 g dried apricots, 60 g dried cranberries, 1 small jar fig jam or quince paste
- Breads & Crackers: 1 baguette, sliced, 1 packet assorted crackers, 1 small loaf nutty or fruit bread, sliced
- Sweet Bites: 100 g dark chocolate squares, 8 mini macarons, assorted flavors
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange all cheeses on a large wooden board or platter, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Fold and arrange charcuterie slices attractively around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Distribute fresh fruits throughout the platter, fanning slices and scattering grapes and figs artfully.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls or sections with nuts, dried fruits, and fig jam or quince paste.
- Step 5:
- Add slices of baguette, crackers, and fruit bread in stacks or fans near the cheeses.
- Step 6:
- Place dark chocolate squares and mini macarons in a dedicated corner or on a separate small plate.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the platter with pomegranate seeds and optional fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme sprigs) for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, with small plates, napkins, and cheese knives.
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Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Cheese knives, Small bowls for jams and nuts, Paring knife, Small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (walnuts, almonds), gluten (bread, crackers), eggs (macarons), and soy (chocolate). Some charcuterie may contain mustard or other allergens—check labels if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420, Total Fat: 26 g, Carbohydrates: 34 g, Protein: 17 g per serving
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Recipe Help & FAQs
- → How should I arrange the cheeses and charcuterie?
Place cheeses spaced apart on a large wooden board, then fold and arrange charcuterie slices attractively around them for a visually appealing spread.
- → What fruits work best on this platter?
Use a mix of fresh fruits like grapes, sliced pears and apples, figs, and pomegranate seeds to add natural sweetness and vibrant color.
- → Can this platter be made vegetarian?
Yes, omit the charcuterie and add extra cheeses, olives, and marinated vegetables to maintain variety and flavor.
- → How can I add extra flair to this platter?
Consider adding honeycomb, spiced nuts, or fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme for aromatic touches and additional texture.
- → What drinks pair well with this platter?
Champagne, Crémant, or a festive sparkling cider complement the diverse flavors and make for an elegant pairing.
- → Are there common allergens to watch for?
This platter contains dairy, tree nuts, gluten, eggs, soy, and potential mustard from charcuterie; check ingredients carefully if allergies are a concern.