Lavender Haze Cheese Board (Printer-Friendly)

Elegant cheese board with lavender goat cheese, pastel fruits, and delicate edible flowers, perfect for a whimsical gathering.

# What You Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz lavender-infused goat cheese or regular goat cheese blended with culinary lavender
02 - 4.2 oz sliced brie or triple cream cheese
03 - 3.5 oz creamy white feta, cubed

→ Fruits & Sweets

04 - 1 cup seedless purple grapes
05 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
06 - 1/2 cup diced pink dragon fruit
07 - 1/3 cup violet-flavored or purple-hued hard candies
08 - 1/3 cup pastel-colored Turkish delight or rose-flavored marshmallows

→ Accompaniments

09 - 1/2 cup pale crackers such as water or rice crackers
10 - 1/4 cup toasted almonds
11 - Edible flowers (lavender, pansies, violets) for garnish
12 - Honey for drizzling

# Steps:

01 - Place the lavender goat cheese, brie, and feta in soft, irregular clusters on a large serving board.
02 - Distribute the purple grapes, blueberries, and diced dragon fruit gently around the cheese clusters, maintaining a loose, whimsical composition.
03 - Nestle violet candies and pastel Turkish delight among the cheeses and fruits to add colorful accents.
04 - Arrange crackers and toasted almonds in small piles or scattered patterns around the board.
05 - Adorn with edible flowers and lightly drizzle honey over the cheeses if desired.
06 - Present immediately, inviting guests to combine flavors at will.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It looks like edible art—guests will actually pause before eating because it's too beautiful to disturb.
  • Zero cooking required means you can create something stunning even on your busiest days.
  • The delicate lavender flavor is sophisticated but not overpowering—it whispers rather than shouts.
  • It's naturally vegetarian and works beautifully for elegant small gatherings or intimate moments.
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  • Culinary lavender is not the same as garden lavender. Garden lavender can taste soapy and is often treated with pesticides. Invest in actual culinary lavender from a specialty store or online—it's worth it.
  • Assemble this board no more than 30 minutes before serving. The longer it sits, the more the cheeses will sweat and the fresher fruits will weep slightly. Timing is everything with something this delicate.
  • Always taste your ingredients first. One person's idea of subtle lavender might be your idea of overwhelming. Start with less lavender than you think you need—you can always add more to the goat cheese for next time.
03 -
  • If your goat cheese is too firm to work with, let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes. It should be spreadable but still hold its shape in small clouds.
  • Buy edible flowers from specialty grocers, farmers markets, or reputable online sellers—never from a florist, as they're chemically treated. When in doubt, grow your own edible pansies in a sunny window; it takes minimal effort and ensures safety.
  • The dragon fruit's pale pink is subtle; if you want more pink saturation, add rose-flavored or pink-colored elements like raspberry leather or strawberry pieces. Trust your instinct about color balance.
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