Star-Shaped Appetizer Board (Printable)

An elegant star platter with cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and crackers arranged for festive occasions.

# What you need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz Brie, sliced into wedges
02 - 4.2 oz Aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 4.2 oz Manchego, sliced

→ Charcuterie

04 - 2.8 oz Prosciutto, folded
05 - 2.8 oz Salami, rolled

→ Fresh Fruits

06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
07 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
08 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced

→ Crackers & Bread

09 - 1 cup assorted crackers
10 - 1 small baguette, sliced

→ Nuts & Condiments

11 - ½ cup roasted almonds
12 - ½ cup walnuts
13 - ¼ cup green olives
14 - ¼ cup fig jam or honey

→ Garnish

15 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
16 - Edible flowers (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place a large star-shaped board or outline a star on parchment paper laid over a flat platter.
02 - Distribute the Brie, Aged Cheddar, and Manchego evenly along the star’s points and inner arms to create an appealing layout.
03 - Position the folded prosciutto and rolled salami slices between the cheeses, maintaining the star outline.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with small clusters of halved grapes, strawberries, and apple slices for vibrant color contrast.
05 - Place crackers and baguette slices within and around the star, ensuring easy access for guests.
06 - Distribute roasted almonds, walnuts, and green olives throughout the board to add texture and variety.
07 - Serve fig jam or honey in a small bowl positioned on the board or on the side.
08 - Decorate with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers to enhance visual appeal.
09 - Offer at room temperature to ensure optimal flavor and freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Visually stunning holiday presentation
  • Includes a variety of cheeses fruits nuts and charcuterie
02 -
  • Swap meats or cheeses to suit preferences or dietary needs
  • For a vegetarian board omit charcuterie and add marinated vegetables or extra cheese
03 -
  • Use a large platter to ensure ample space for star arrangement
  • Serve at room temperature to maximize flavors
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