Save to Pinterest A festive and elegant platter designed to celebrate the New Year in style, featuring a curated selection of French-inspired canapés, cheeses, charcuterie, fruits, and sweet bites—perfect for sharing with friends and family at midnight.
This platter has become a tradition for our New Year's Eve celebrations, bringing everyone together with its beautiful display and delicious flavors.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced, 150 g Comté, cubed, 120 g Roquefort, crumbled, 100 g Chàvre (goat cheese), sliced
- Charcuterie: 150 g Jambon de Bayonne or prosciutto, thinly sliced, 120 g Saucisson sec, sliced, 100 g Rosette de Lyon, sliced
- Fresh Fruits: 1 bunch red grapes, 1 ripe pear, sliced, 1 ripe apple, sliced, 8 fresh figs, halved (or dried figs if out of season), 1 small pomegranate, seeds only
- Nuts & Extras: 80 g walnuts, 80 g Marcona almonds, 60 g dried apricots, 60 g dried cranberries, 1 small jar fig jam or quince paste
- Breads & Crackers: 1 baguette, sliced, 1 packet assorted crackers, 1 small loaf nutty or fruit bread, sliced
- Sweet Bites: 100 g dark chocolate squares, 8 mini macarons, assorted flavors
Instructions
- Arrange Cheeses:
- Arrange all cheeses on a large wooden board or platter, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Arrange Charcuterie:
- Fold and arrange charcuterie slices attractively around the cheeses.
- Distribute Fruits:
- Distribute fresh fruits throughout the platter, fanning slices and scattering grapes and figs artfully.
- Fill Bowls:
- Fill small bowls or sections with nuts, dried fruits, and fig jam or quince paste.
- Add Breads:
- Add slices of baguette, crackers, and fruit bread in stacks or fans near the cheeses.
- Add Sweets:
- Place dark chocolate squares and mini macarons in a dedicated corner or on a separate small plate.
- Garnish:
- Garnish the platter with pomegranate seeds and optional fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme sprigs) for a festive touch.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, with small plates, napkins, and cheese knives.
Save to Pinterest Sharing this platter has created cherished family moments, from laughter around the board to toasts at midnight.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter, Cheese knives, Small bowls for jams and nuts, Paring knife, Small plates and napkins
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (walnuts, almonds), gluten (bread, crackers), eggs (macarons), and soy (chocolate). Some charcuterie may contain mustard or other allergens—check labels if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories about 420, Total Fat 26 g, Carbohydrates 34 g, Protein 17 g per serving.
Save to Pinterest This platter is sure to impress with its combination of flavors and festive presentation—a perfect start to your New Year celebration.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cheeses are included in this platter?
The platter features Brie, Comté, Roquefort, and Chèvre, offering a variety of textures and flavors typical of French cheese selections.
- → How can I make a vegetarian version?
Simply omit the charcuterie and add additional cheeses, olives, and marinated vegetables to maintain flavour and variety.
- → What are some suitable beverage pairings?
Champagne, Crémant, or festive sparkling cider pair excellently, complementing the rich and fresh flavors of the platter.
- → Can this platter be prepared in advance?
While assembly is quick, it’s best served immediately to preserve the freshness of fruits and crispness of breads.
- → What kind of breads work best for this platter?
Thinly sliced baguette, assorted crackers, and nutty or fruit breads add a good balance of texture and flavor.