Pin It A festive appetizer board featuring star-shaped bites, cheeses, fruits, cured meats, and dips&perfect for celebrating the arrival of the New Year in style.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g cheddar cheese, cut into 1 cm slices 120 g gouda cheese, cut into 1 cm slices 120 g brie, sliced
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto 100 g salami, thinly sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup seedless red grapes 1 cup green grapes 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
- Crackers & Bread: 16 round crackers 8 slices baguette, toasted
- Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup cucumber, sliced into stars (use star shaped cutter) 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
- Dips & Spreads: 1/2 cup hummus 1/2 cup honey mustard dip
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs Edible gold star confetti (optional, food safe)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Use a small star shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from the sliced cheddar and gouda cheeses, as well as cucumber slices.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheeses, brie wedges, and cured meats in star patterns on a large wooden board or platter.
- Step 3:
- Cluster fruits, vegetables, and crackers around the stars, balancing colors and textures.
- Step 4:
- Place toasted baguette slices, dips, and spreads in small bowls or ramekins, and add to the board.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible gold star confetti for a festive touch.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
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Notes
Pair with sparkling wine, champagne, or a festive mocktail.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small star shaped cookie cutter Sharp knife Small bowls or ramekins
Allergen Information
Contains: Milk (cheese), Gluten (crackers, baguette), Sesame (hummus), Mustard (dip) May contain: Nuts (check dips and spreads) Always check ingredient labels if serving guests with allergies.
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Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I create the star shapes on the board?
Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from cheddar, gouda slices, and cucumber for eye-catching, uniform shapes.
- → Can this board be adapted for vegetarian guests?
Omit cured meats and add roasted nuts or marinated artichokes for a satisfying vegetarian-friendly option.
- → What dips complement this star board?
Hummus and honey mustard dips offer creamy and tangy flavors that pair well with the cheeses and fresh fruits.
- → How should I arrange the ingredients on the board?
Place star-shaped cheeses and meats centrally, arranging fruits, vegetables, and crackers around to balance colors and textures attractively.
- → Are there suggestions for beverage pairings?
Sparkling wine, champagne, or festive mocktails beautifully enhance the celebratory mood alongside the board’s flavors.