A vibrant holiday board with cranberries, cheeses, nuts, and fresh fruits arranged in a tree shape.
# What You Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz brie cheese, cut into cubes
02 - 3.5 oz sharp white cheddar, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz herbed goat cheese, rolled into balls
→ Fruits
04 - 1 cup fresh cranberries
05 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
06 - 1 green apple, sliced
07 - ½ cup dried apricots, halved
→ Savory Accompaniments
08 - ½ cup green olives, pitted
09 - ½ cup marcona or roasted almonds
10 - ¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
→ Sweets
11 - ¼ cup dark chocolate squares
12 - ¼ cup honey or fig jam
→ Crackers & Bread
13 - 1½ cups assorted crackers (gluten-free if desired)
14 - ½ baguette, sliced (optional)
→ Garnish
15 - Fresh rosemary sprigs to mimic pine branches
# How To Make:
01 - Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs on a large wooden board or platter to form a tree shape.
02 - Layer rows of crackers and bread slices at the base of the tree shape.
03 - Alternate rows of brie, cheddar, goat cheese balls, grapes, cranberries, and apple slices upward along the tree shape.
04 - Scatter olives, almonds, and dried apricots throughout the arrangement to fill gaps and add color contrast.
05 - Position goat cheese balls and dark chocolate squares to resemble decorative ornaments on the tree.
06 - Set a small bowl of honey or fig jam near the base or side of the board for dipping.
07 - Decorate with extra rosemary sprigs and optionally place a star-shaped cracker or cheese slice atop the tree.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
