Save A vibrant, seasonal grazing tray arranged in the shape of a maple leaf featuring an assortment of cheeses charcuterie fruits nuts and crackers perfect for autumn entertaining.
This grazing tray has become a favorite at our autumn get-togethers always impressing guests with its colors and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 100 g aged cheddar cubed 100 g brie sliced 100 g goat cheese crumbled
- Charcuterie (omit for vegetarian option): 100 g prosciutto folded 100 g salami sliced 100 g smoked turkey rolled
- Fruits: 1 cup red grapes halved 1 cup green grapes halved 1 apple sliced 1 pear sliced ½ cup dried cranberries
- Nuts & Extras: ½ cup maple-glazed pecans ½ cup walnuts ¼ cup honey ¼ cup fig jam
- Crackers & Bread: 1 baguette sliced 200 g assorted crackers
- Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large board or tray outline the shape of a maple leaf using parchment paper or by arranging crackers and bread as a guide.
- Step 2:
- Arrange cheeses evenly throughout the maple leaf shape.
- Step 3:
- Artfully fold and place charcuterie slices around the cheeses filling in gaps.
- Step 4:
- Fill in spaces with grapes apple and pear slices and dried cranberries for color contrast.
- Step 5:
- Scatter maple-glazed pecans and walnuts throughout the tray.
- Step 6:
- Place small bowls of honey and fig jam on the board.
- Step 7:
- Add crackers and baguette slices along the edges and within the shape to maintain the maple leaf outline.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers if desired.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately replenishing items as needed.
Save This recipe has brought our family closer sharing food and stories around the grazing tray is always a highlight.
Required Tools
Large serving board or tray Small bowls for honey and jam Cheese knives Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (pecans walnuts) Gluten (crackers bread) Some charcuterie may contain allergens like mustard check labels For nut-free or gluten-free needs substitute as appropriate and ensure all packaged items are labeled allergen-free
Nutritional Information
Calories ~320 Total Fat 17 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 12 g
Save This grazing tray is perfect for effortless entertaining and can be customized to suit all dietary preferences.
Cooking Questions
- → How can I keep apple and pear slices from browning?
Toss apple and pear slices in lemon juice before arranging to maintain their fresh appearance and prevent browning.
- → What are good substitutions for charcuterie to keep it vegetarian?
Omit the charcuterie and add marinated vegetables or extra varieties of cheese for a flavorful vegetarian option.
- → Which wines pair well with this grazing tray?
A dry Riesling or sparkling cider complements the mix of sweet fruits, creamy cheeses, and savory meats beautifully.
- → How should I arrange the tray to achieve the maple leaf shape?
Outline the leaf shape on your board using parchment paper or by arranging crackers and bread as a guide, then layer ingredients within that shape.
- → Are there common allergens in this tray setup?
This tray contains milk from cheeses, tree nuts like pecans and walnuts, and gluten from crackers and bread. Check charcuterie labels for additional allergens like mustard.