Save 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 combines festive elegance with ease of assembly, making New Year celebrations truly memorable.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced, 150 g Comté, cubed, 120 g Roquefort, crumbled, 100 g Chèvre (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
- Step 1:
- Arrange all cheeses on a large wooden board or platter spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Fold and arrange charcuterie slices attractively around the cheeses.
- Step 3:
- Distribute fresh fruits throughout the platter, fanning slices and scattering grapes and figs artfully.
- Step 4:
- Fill small bowls or sections with nuts, dried fruits, and fig jam or quince paste.
- Step 5:
- Add slices of baguette, crackers, and fruit bread in stacks or fans near the cheeses.
- Step 6:
- Place dark chocolate squares and mini macarons in a dedicated corner or on a separate small plate.
- Step 7:
- Garnish the platter with pomegranate seeds and optional fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme sprigs) for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, with small plates, napkins, and cheese knives.
Save This platter is a favorite at family gatherings, always bringing smiles and a festive spirit to our celebrations.
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 approximately 420 Total Fat 26 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 17 g per serving
Save This platter is as versatile as it is delicious perfect for any celebratory occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → What are the main components of the platter?
It includes French cheeses like Brie and Roquefort, assorted charcuterie, fresh fruits such as figs and grapes, nuts, breads, and sweet bites like dark chocolate and macarons.
- → How can I adapt the platter for vegetarians?
Omit the charcuterie and add more cheese varieties, olives, and marinated vegetables to maintain variety and flavor.
- → What is the best way to serve this platter?
Arrange ingredients on a large serving board for easy access, using small bowls for jams and nuts, and garnish with fresh herbs for an elegant presentation.
- → Which beverages pair well with this selection?
Champagne, Crémant, or a festive sparkling cider complement the flavors and add a celebratory touch.
- → Can elements of the platter be swapped out?
Yes, cheeses and meats can be substituted based on preference or availability without compromising the overall balance.
- → Are there allergen considerations to keep in mind?
The platter contains dairy, tree nuts, gluten, eggs, soy, and some charcuterie may have mustard; always check labels if allergies are a concern.