Pin An elegant and inviting cheese board featuring a selection of cheeses, fresh honeycomb, floral honey, and delicious accompaniments. Perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated appetizer.
This cheese board has become my go-to for easy entertaining and impresses every time.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced, 150 g Roquefort or blue cheese, crumbled or sliced, 150 g Goat cheese, log or rounds, sliced, 150 g Comté or Gruyère, sliced or cubed
- Honey: 100 g honeycomb, 80 ml floral honey (e.g., acacia or lavender)
- Accompaniments: 1 small bunch of red or green grapes, 1 small handful of dried apricots, 1 small handful of walnuts or almonds, 1 pear, sliced, 1 apple, sliced, 1 baguette, sliced, Crackers or crispbread, as desired
- Garnish (optional): Edible flowers, Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving board or platter, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Place the honeycomb in a small bowl or directly on the board. Pour the floral honey into a small jar or bowl with a honey dipper.
- Step 3:
- Add the grapes, dried apricots, and nuts in small clusters around the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Fan out the pear and apple slices, and place the baguette slices and crackers on the board.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs if desired.
- Step 6:
- Serve at room temperature for best flavor.
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Notes
For variety, include other cheeses such as Camembert, Manchego, or aged Cheddar. Swap nuts for seeds for a nut-free version.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, small bowls for honey and honeycomb, cheese knives, paring knife.
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (all cheeses), Tree nuts (if using walnuts or almonds), Gluten (baguette, crackers). For gluten-free use gluten-free bread or crackers; for nut-free omit nuts or replace with seeds.
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Recipe Q&A
- → What cheeses pair well with honeycomb and floral honey?
Soft and semi-soft cheeses like Brie, Roquefort, Goat cheese, and Comté complement the sweetness of honeycomb and floral honey, creating a balanced flavor experience.
- → How should the board be arranged for best presentation?
Arrange cheeses spaced apart on a large board, place honeycomb and honey in small bowls or directly on the board, and cluster fruits and nuts around for an inviting look.
- → Can I prepare the board ahead of time?
Assemble the board shortly before serving to maintain freshness, especially for fruits and crackers, ensuring optimal texture and flavor.
- → What accompaniments enhance the flavors on the board?
Fresh grapes, dried apricots, walnuts or almonds, sliced pear and apple, along with baguette slices and crackers, provide contrasting textures and natural sweetness.
- → Are there suggested variations for dietary preferences?
For gluten-free options, use gluten-free bread or crackers. For nut-free choices, substitute nuts with seeds or omit them altogether.
- → How should the cheese board be served?
Serve the board at room temperature to allow cheeses and honey flavors to fully develop and create a more enjoyable tasting experience.