Save to Pinterest A whimsical and elegant cheese platter arranged to resemble a sailboat, featuring a variety of cheeses, crackers, fruits, and nuts perfect for entertaining or as a stunning appetizer.
This cheese platter is always a showstopper at our parties, and guests love the creative sailboat design.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g Brie cheese, sliced, 100 g Manchego cheese, sliced, 100 g Aged Cheddar, sliced, 100 g Blue cheese, in wedges
- Fruits: 1 small bunch of red grapes, 1 small pear sliced, 1 small apple sliced, 6 dried apricots
- Crackers & Bread: 12 artisanal crackers, 6 thin slices baguette
- Nuts & Garnishes: 30 g walnuts, 30 g roasted almonds, Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)
- Decorative & Assembly Items: 2 thin wooden skewers (for sails), 2 small triangle-shaped pieces of paper or thinly sliced cheese (for sails), 1 small cheese knife, 1 large wooden or slate serving board
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the sliced cheeses in a boat shape on the serving board, placing a larger wedge at one end for the bow and fanning out the other cheeses behind it.
- Step 2:
- Place the crackers and baguette slices along one side to mimic waves.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the fruit around the cheese boat, tucking grapes and fruit slices along the edges for color and freshness.
- Step 4:
- Scatter the nuts around the platter for texture and crunch.
- Step 5:
- Insert the wooden skewers vertically into the Brie or Cheddar, then attach the paper or cheese triangles to form the sails.
- Step 6:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs to resemble greenery or seaweed.
- Step 7:
- Place the cheese knife nearby for easy serving. Serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest My family always gathers around this platter, sharing stories and laughter while enjoying the creative display.
Required Tools
Large serving board (wooden or slate), Cheese knife, Small skewers, Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), nuts (walnuts, almonds), and gluten (crackers, baguette). For gluten-free or nut-free options, substitute accordingly. Always check labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 310, Total Fat 19 g, Carbohydrates 22 g, Protein 12 g per serving
Save to Pinterest A beautiful and tasty appetizer that impresses every time you serve it.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → What cheeses work best for this platter?
Soft Brie, Manchego, aged Cheddar, and Blue cheese lend varied textures and flavors, enhancing the visual and taste appeal.
- → How can I arrange the platter to resemble a sailboat?
Place cheeses in a boat shape with a larger wedge as the bow, crackers along one edge as waves, and use skewers with paper sails inserted into cheeses for effect.
- → Are there gluten-free alternatives for the crackers?
Yes, gluten-free crackers can replace traditional ones without affecting presentation or flavors.
- → What fruits complement the cheese selection?
Red grapes, sliced pear, apple, and dried apricots add color, sweetness, and freshness to balance the cheeses.
- → Can I customize the nuts used on this platter?
Walnuts and roasted almonds provide crunch, but you can substitute other nuts as preferred or for allergen considerations.
- → How should the platter be served for best taste?
Serve at room temperature to allow cheese flavors to fully develop and pair nicely with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.