Save to Pinterest A whimsical and colorful grazing board featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, vegetables, and sweet treats, artfully arranged to resemble clouds and a rainbow&mdashperfect for parties or childrens celebrations.
This grazing board is always a hit at gatherings bringing joy and vibrant colors to our table
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g mozzarella balls 150 g brie cheese sliced 100 g cream cheese shaped into clouds with a spoon
- Fruits (Rainbow Colors): 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved 1 cup clementine or mandarin segments 1 cup pineapple chunks 1 cup green grapes 1 cup blueberries 1 cup purple grapes or blackberries ½ cup raspberries (optional for extra color)
- Vegetables (Optional for Savory Board): 1 cup yellow bell pepper strips 1 cup cucumber slices 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup mini rice cakes 1 cup assorted crackers 1 French baguette sliced
- Sweet Treats: 1 cup pastel mini marshmallows ½ cup white chocolate-covered pretzels ½ cup rainbow-colored candies (e.g. M&Ms or Skittles)
- Garnishes: Fresh mint leaves Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large platter or board arrange the cream cheese and mozzarella balls in fluffy clusters to form clouds on one or both ends of the board.
- Step 2:
- Slice the brie and add to the cloud sections for creamy texture and visual interest.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the fruits in curved color-coordinated rows to create a rainbow effect between the clouds. Start with strawberries (red) then clementines (orange) pineapple (yellow) green grapes (green) blueberries (blue) and purple grapes/blackberries (violet).
- Step 4:
- If using add the vegetables in separate small clusters enhancing the rainbow and adding savory variety.
- Step 5:
- Fill in gaps with crackers rice cakes and baguette slices.
- Step 6:
- Scatter mini marshmallows and white chocolate-covered pretzels near the clouds for a whimsical touch.
- Step 7:
- Add rainbow candies along the fruit rainbow or in small bowls.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh mint and edible flowers for extra color and freshness.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate (covered) for up to 1 hour before serving.
Save to Pinterest This board always brings family and friends together sharing laughs and stories over delicious bites
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Sharp knife Small bowls (for dips or candies) Cheese knives or spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese white chocolate) Wheat/Gluten (crackers bread) Soy (some candies) May contain Nuts (depending on cracker/candy choices) Always check all packaging for allergen information
Nutritional Information
Calories 250 Total Fat 9 g Carbohydrates 36 g Protein 6 g per serving
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Answers to Recipe Questions
- → How can I shape the cheeses to resemble clouds?
Use cream cheese scooped with a spoon to form fluffy, cloud-like mounds. Mozzarella balls add to the texture for a soft, puffy appearance.
- → What fruits work best to create the rainbow effect?
Arrange strawberries, clementines, pineapple, green grapes, blueberries, and purple grapes or blackberries in curved rows replicating the colors of a rainbow for a vibrant display.
- → Can I add vegetables to the board?
Yes, yellow bell peppers, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes add savory notes and enhance the colorful presentation.
- → How do I keep the board fresh before serving?
Cover and refrigerate the assembled board for up to one hour to maintain freshness without compromising the textures.
- → Are there options for dietary preferences like vegan or nut-free?
Substitute cheeses with plant-based alternatives and select vegan sweets for a vegan version. Avoid nut-based products to keep it nut-free.
- → What garnishes add extra appeal to the board?
Fresh mint leaves and edible flowers provide colorful accents and a refreshing touch to the overall presentation.