Save to Pinterest A festive and eye-catching cheese display shaped like a holiday wreath, featuring a colorful assortment of cheeses, fruits, and garnishes perfect as a centerpiece for any gathering.
This cheese ring has been my go-to appetizer for holiday parties because it impresses guests and requires no cooking time.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g brie cheese cut into wedges, 150 g cheddar cheese cut into cubes, 150 g gouda cheese cut into cubes, 150 g blue cheese cut into chunks, 150 g goat cheese sliced into rounds
- Fruits: 1 cup red seedless grapes, 1 cup green seedless grapes, 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- Savory Additions: 1/2 cup green olives pitted, 1/2 cup black olives pitted, 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 1/2 cup pecan halves
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs (for wreath effect), Fresh thyme sprigs, Fresh cranberries (optional for decoration)
- For Serving: Assorted crackers or sliced baguette
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a large circle on a serving platter to form the base of the wreath.
- Step 2:
- Evenly distribute the cheese wedges, cubes, and rounds around the rosemary, alternating varieties for color and texture.
- Step 3:
- Tuck clusters of red and green grapes, pomegranate arils, and dried cranberries between the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Add olives, roasted almonds, and pecan halves throughout the wreath, filling any gaps.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and extra cranberries for a festive touch.
- Step 6:
- Place assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette around or beside the wreath for serving.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings joy as my family gathers around the table admiring the holiday wreath cheese ring.
Required Tools
Large round serving platter Cheese knives Small bowls (optional for olives or spreads)
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (almonds pecans) Gluten (if serving with regular crackers or bread) Sulfites (in some dried fruit and olives) Always check product labels for allergens and cross-contamination risks
Nutritional Information
Calories 270 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 13 g Protein 12 g per serving excluding crackers and bread
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this festive cheese ring as the centerpiece of your holiday celebrations and watch it disappear quickly!
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses work best in a wreath arrangement?
A mix of textures and flavors works well, such as creamy brie, sharp cheddar, nutty gouda, tangy blue cheese, and mild goat cheese.
- → How can I create the wreath base?
Use fresh rosemary sprigs arranged in a large circle on a platter to mimic a festive wreath foundation.
- → Which fruits complement the cheeses nicely?
Seedless red and green grapes, pomegranate arils, and dried cranberries add sweetness and vibrant color contrasts.
- → Are there nut options to include for crunch?
Roasted almonds and pecan halves provide satisfying crunch and pair well with cheeses.
- → What garnishes enhance the presentation?
Fresh thyme sprigs and extra cranberries add festive color and aroma to the wreath display.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients to suit preferences?
Yes, try swapping cheeses like manchego or havarti or adding sweet touches such as honeycomb or fig jam.