Irresistible Fall Harvest Cheese Board for Easy Entertaining
A visually stunning and customizable cheese board featuring seasonal flavors like earthy cheeses, fresh fruits, warm nuts, and sweet spreads, perfect for effortless entertaining during fall gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Aged cheddar
- Brie or camembert
- Blue cheese
- Goat cheese
- Smoked gouda
- Apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- Pears (Bartlett or Bosc)
- Grapes (red and green)
- Dried apricots
- Dried figs
- Dried cranberries
- Toasted pecans
- Toasted walnuts
- Toasted almonds
- Whole-grain crackers
- Sourdough slices
- Seeded flatbread
- Fig jam
- Honey
- Spiced apple butter
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Cinnamon sticks
- Edible flowers
Instructions
- Remove cheeses from the fridge about 30 minutes before assembling to allow them to come to room temperature. Slice hard cheeses into wedges or cubes, and leave soft cheeses whole for scooping.
- Thinly slice apples and pears, leaving the skin on for color and texture. Arrange grapes in small clusters for easy grabbing.
- Lightly toast nuts in a dry skillet for 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Optional: Toss with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Start by placing the cheeses on the board, spacing them evenly. Add small bowls of jam, honey, and apple butter next to the cheeses.
- Fill in gaps with fresh fruit slices, dried fruits, and toasted nuts. Mix colors and textures for visual appeal.
- Arrange crackers and bread slices along the edges of the board for easy access.
- Garnish with rosemary sprigs, cinnamon sticks, or edible flowers for a seasonal touch.
Notes
Let cheeses sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor. Balance flavors and textures for a visually appealing and delicious spread. Use seasonal garnishes like rosemary and cinnamon sticks for added fall vibes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion per guest
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
Keywords: Fall cheese board, entertaining, seasonal flavors, appetizer, easy recipe