Christmas 2025 Festive Grazing Board (Print Version)

Elegant assortment of artisanal cheeses, cured meats, fruits, and festive touches perfect for holiday entertaining.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, sliced
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, cubed
03 - 5.3 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, log or medallions

→ Cured Meats

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz smoked ham, sliced

→ Crackers & Breads

08 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers (e.g. water, seeded)
09 - 1 small baguette, sliced
10 - 1.75 oz breadsticks

→ Fresh & Dried Fruit

11 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
12 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
13 - 1 pomegranate, seeds only
14 - 2 clementines, peeled and segmented
15 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
16 - 0.5 cup dried figs

→ Nuts

17 - 0.5 cup toasted walnuts
18 - 0.5 cup toasted almonds

→ Festive Extras

19 - 0.33 cup cranberry sauce or red fruit chutney
20 - 0.33 cup honey
21 - 0.5 cup marinated olives
22 - 0.25 cup cornichons or mini gherkins
23 - Seasonal fresh herbs (e.g. rosemary sprigs, for garnish)

# Steps:

01 - Place the assorted cheeses evenly spaced on a large wooden board or platter.
02 - Fold or roll cured meats and arrange them around the cheeses.
03 - Distribute crackers, baguette slices, and breadsticks in small piles across the board.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with clusters of grapes, pomegranate seeds, clementine segments, dried apricots, and figs.
05 - Sprinkle toasted walnuts and almonds in small mounds throughout the display.
06 - Place small bowls or ramekins filled with cranberry sauce, honey, marinated olives, and cornichons on the board.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary or seasonal herbs and serve immediately, ensuring easy access to all flavors and textures.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Perfect for holiday entertaining and sharing
  • Easy to prepare with no cooking required
02 -
  • For a vegetarian board omit cured meats and add roasted vegetables or marinated artichokes
  • Substitute gluten-free crackers for guests with gluten intolerance
03 -
  • Use a variety of textures and colors for visual appeal
  • Prepare elements ahead for quick assembly on the day
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