Seasonal fruit platter with apples, pears, nuts, cheddar, and honey—a perfect fresh and colorful snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fresh Fruit
01 - 2 crisp apples (such as Honeycrisp or Gala), sliced
02 - 1 pear, sliced
03 - 1 cup grapes, halved
04 - ½ cup dried cranberries
05 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
→ Accompaniments
06 - ½ cup walnuts or pecans, toasted if desired
07 - ½ cup cheddar cheese, cubed
08 - ¼ cup honey
09 - ½ lemon, juiced for brushing apple and pear slices
→ Garnish
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Thinly slice apples and pear, removing cores. Lightly brush slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
02 - Arrange apple and pear slices evenly on a large serving board or platter.
03 - Distribute halved grapes, dried cranberries, and optional pomegranate seeds around the apple and pear slices.
04 - Position cheddar cheese cubes and toasted nuts in small piles or ramekins on the board.
05 - Pour honey into a small bowl and place on the board for dipping.
06 - Optionally scatter fresh mint leaves over the board and serve immediately.