Gold and Silver Cheese Board (Printer-Friendly)

An elegant cheese board featuring gold and silver cheeses, fresh fruit, nuts, and garnishes for festive occasions.

# What You Need:

→ Gold Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz aged Gouda, cut into cubes
02 - 5.3 oz medium or aged cheddar, cut into cubes

→ Silver Cheeses

03 - 5.3 oz manchego, cut into cubes
04 - 5.3 oz goat cheese, rolled into small balls or cut into cubes
05 - 3.5 oz Camembert or Brie, cut into small wedges (optional edible silver leaf for decoration)

→ Fruits

06 - 1 cup green grapes
07 - 1 cup golden raisins
08 - 1 pear, sliced

→ Nuts & Accents

09 - ½ cup toasted walnuts
10 - ½ cup roasted almonds
11 - Edible gold and silver leaf (optional, for decoration)
12 - Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs, for garnish

→ Crackers & Accompaniments

13 - 1 cup assorted gluten-free crackers
14 - ½ cup honey or fig jam (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Place the cubed Gouda and cheddar on one side of a large serving board.
02 - Position the manchego, goat cheese balls, and Camembert or Brie wedges on the opposite side.
03 - Gently attach small pieces of edible gold and silver leaf to select cheese cubes for a festive effect, if desired.
04 - Distribute clusters of green grapes, golden raisins, and slices of pear around the cheeses to complement flavors.
05 - Sprinkle toasted walnuts and roasted almonds evenly across the board for texture and richness.
06 - Fill empty spaces with fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs to enhance aroma and visual appeal.
07 - Arrange gluten-free crackers and place honey or fig jam in small bowls on the board or nearby for easy access.
08 - Present immediately, ensuring all components are easily reachable for guests.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Elegant and festive presentation
  • Combines a variety of textures and flavors
02 -
  • Use high-quality cheeses and genuine edible gold/silver leaf for added luxury
  • Substitute cheeses based on preference or availability; Comté or Emmental for gold tones, blue cheese for silver
03 -
  • Gently handle edible gold and silver leaf to avoid tearing
  • Arrange items so guests can easily pick without needing utensils
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