Moon & Stars Night Board (Printable Version)

A celestial-themed grazing board with cheeses, fruits, nuts, and sweet accents for sharing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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

→ 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Cut cheeses into star and crescent moon shapes using small cookie cutters. Crumble or slice any remaining cheese as preferred.
02 - Arrange the shaped cheeses centrally on a large serving board, alternating shapes for a celestial theme.
03 - Place the assorted crackers and baguette slices evenly around the cheeses to create a base.
04 - Scatter clusters of grapes, pear slices, dried apricots, and blueberries in the open spaces on the board.
05 - Distribute roasted almonds and candied walnuts throughout to add texture and contrast.
06 - Position dark chocolate stars and moon-shaped sugar cookies strategically for a charming sweet accent.
07 - Garnish with fresh rosemary or mint sprigs. Optionally, lightly dust select items with edible gold dust for a magical touch.
08 - Present immediately at room temperature to guests.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Effortless to assemble with no cooking required, perfect for easy entertaining.
  • Visually stunning celestial shapes that add whimsy to your table.
  • Vegetarian and customizable with seasonally inspired fruits and sweets.
  • Combines a variety of flavors and textures for a balanced grazing experience.
02 -
  • Use sharp cookie cutters for clean cheese shapes to prevent crumbling.
  • Pre-slice and chill fruits like pears to maintain freshness during serving.
  • Opt for a variety of textures by mixing creamy, crumbly, and firm cheeses.
  • Arrange nuts and sweets evenly for a balanced flavor experience across the board.
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