Pin A festive appetizer board featuring star-shaped bites, cheeses, fruits, cured meats, and dips&mdashperfect for celebrating the arrival of the New Year in style.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 120 g cheddar cheese, cut into 1 cm slices, 120 g gouda cheese, cut into 1 cm slices, 120 g brie, sliced
- Cured Meats: 100 g prosciutto, 100 g salami, thinly sliced
- Fruits: 1 cup seedless red grapes, 1 cup green grapes, 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved, 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
- Crackers & Bread: 16 round crackers, 8 slices baguette, toasted
- Vegetables: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber, sliced into stars (use star-shaped cutter), 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
- Dips & Spreads: 1/2 cup hummus, 1/2 cup honey mustard dip
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible gold star confetti (optional, food-safe)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from the sliced cheddar and gouda cheeses, as well as cucumber slices.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheeses, brie wedges, and cured meats in star patterns on a large wooden board or platter.
- Step 3:
- Cluster fruits, vegetables, and crackers around the stars, balancing colors and textures.
- Step 4:
- Place toasted baguette slices, dips, and spreads in small bowls or ramekins, and add to the board.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible gold star confetti for a festive touch.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, encouraging guests to mix and match flavors.
Pin Notes
Pair with sparkling wine, champagne, or a festive mocktail.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Small star-shaped cookie cutter, Sharp knife, Small bowls or ramekins
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Gluten (crackers, baguette), Sesame (hummus), Mustard (dip). May contain Nuts (check dips and spreads). Always check ingredient labels if serving guests with allergies.
Pin Enjoy your beautiful and festive star board with friends and family.
Recipe Q&A
- → How do I create the star shapes on this board?
Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from cheese slices and cucumber, adding a festive touch and uniform design.
- → Can I make this board vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, omit cured meats and add roasted nuts or marinated artichokes to maintain variety and texture without animal products.
- → What dips pair best with this star board?
Honey mustard dip and hummus complement the flavors well, offering sweet and savory notes to enhance the spread.
- → How should I arrange the ingredients for best presentation?
Arrange cheeses and cured meats in star patterns centrally, then cluster fruits, vegetables, crackers, and dips around to balance colors and textures.
- → What beverages complement this appetizer board?
Sparking wine, champagne, or festive mocktails pair wonderfully, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere of the board.