A celestial assortment of cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweets shaped as moons and stars for enchanting evenings.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 4.2 oz brie cheese
02 - 4.2 oz gouda cheese
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese
04 - 3.5 oz sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 1 small log goat cheese (approx. 3.5 oz)
→ Fruits
06 - 1 cup seedless grapes (red and/or green)
07 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
08 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
09 - 0.5 cup blueberries
→ Crackers & Bread
10 - 1 cup assorted crackers (star- and moon-shaped if possible)
11 - 1 small baguette, sliced
→ Nuts & Sweets
12 - 0.5 cup roasted almonds
13 - 0.5 cup candied walnuts
14 - 0.25 cup dark chocolate stars
15 - 0.25 cup moon-shaped sugar cookies
→ Garnishes
16 - Edible gold dust (optional)
17 - Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs
# Method:
01 - Cut cheeses into star and crescent moon shapes using small cookie cutters; crumble or slice remaining cheese as preferred.
02 - Place cheeses in the center of a large serving board, alternating shapes to create a celestial theme.
03 - Distribute crackers and sliced baguette around the cheeses on the board.
04 - Fill remaining spaces with clusters of grapes, pear slices, dried apricots, and blueberries.
05 - Scatter roasted almonds and candied walnuts evenly across the board.
06 - Place chocolate stars and moon-shaped cookies to add a sweet note.
07 - Garnish with fresh rosemary or mint sprigs; optionally dust select items lightly with edible gold for an enchanting touch.
08 - Present immediately at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.