Celtic Cross Cheese Platter (Printable Version)

A vibrant cheese board featuring four cheese types arranged around a creamy dip, accented with fruits and nuts.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 3.5 oz Irish cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz Brie, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Blue cheese, crumbled
04 - 3.5 oz Manchego, sliced

→ Central Dip

05 - 5.3 oz sour cream or Greek yogurt
06 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 1 tsp lemon juice
08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Accompaniments

09 - 2.8 oz seedless red grapes
10 - 2.8 oz dried apricots
11 - 1.8 oz walnuts
12 - 1.8 oz honey

→ Crackers & Bread

13 - 3.5 oz rustic crackers
14 - 1 small baguette, sliced

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine sour cream or Greek yogurt with finely chopped chives, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly.
02 - Position the dip bowl in the center of a large, round serving platter.
03 - Visually divide the platter into four quadrants. Arrange each cheese variety within its own quadrant, fanning or grouping pieces attractively around the dip.
04 - Fill spaces between cheese quadrants with seedless grapes, dried apricots, and walnuts to provide color and texture contrast.
05 - Lightly drizzle honey over the blue cheese quadrant to enhance flavor.
06 - Place rustic crackers and baguette slices around the perimeter of the platter.
07 - Serve immediately, ensuring cheeses are at room temperature for optimal taste.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks impressive enough to make people think you spent hours, but comes together in twenty minutes—that's the kind of kitchen magic we all need.
  • Every guest finds their perfect bite since each cheese brings its own personality, from bold blue to creamy Brie.
  • The cross pattern gives your platter a story; it's not just food, it's a conversation starter.
02 -
  • Room temperature is non-negotiable for cheese—cold cheese tastes muted and rubbery, and that's a waste of good ingredients.
  • The cross pattern isn't just pretty; it actually helps guests navigate the board without reaching across everything, which makes the whole experience feel less chaotic.
03 -
  • Build your board no more than two hours before serving; after that, the cut edges of cheese start looking tired and the dip might separate.
  • If you're nervous about the honey drizzle, practice it on a small plate first—controlled doesn't mean cautious, it means intentional.
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