A visually stunning platter combining cheeses, fruits, nuts, and charcuterie arranged in a horse shape.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz brie, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cubed
04 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled
→ Charcuterie (optional for vegetarian)
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
07 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey, sliced
→ Fresh Fruits
08 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
09 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
10 - 1 apple, thinly sliced
11 - 1 pear, thinly sliced
12 - 0.5 cup dried apricots
→ Vegetables
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1 cup cucumber, sliced
15 - 0.5 cup baby carrots
→ Crackers & Bread
16 - 2 cups assorted crackers
17 - 1 baguette, sliced
→ Nuts & Extras
18 - 0.5 cup roasted almonds
19 - 0.5 cup walnuts
20 - 0.25 cup olives (black or green)
21 - 0.25 cup cornichons or small pickles
22 - 0.25 cup honey or fig jam
# How-To:
01 - On a large, clean serving board or tray, sketch the shape of a horse using parchment paper or a template as a guide.
02 - Place the cheeses to form the horse's head, mane, and body, varying colors and shapes for visual effect.
03 - Layer charcuterie slices to create contours and texture, such as shaping the mane or legs; omit for vegetarian option.
04 - Distribute grape clusters, sliced apples, pears, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and dried apricots to add color and detail.
05 - Arrange assorted crackers and baguette slices around the border or base to define the horse’s ground.
06 - Scatter almonds, walnuts, olives, and pickles in small groups to fill gaps and add texture.
07 - Use a small dish of honey or fig jam as an eye or decorative accent on the board.
08 - Adjust all elements to ensure a clear horse shape with balanced colors and textures.
09 - Serve promptly with cheese knives and appropriate serving utensils.
