I love this Thanksgiving Cheese Boards creation featuring a mix of sharp cheddar, creamy brie with its rind intact, tangy goat cheese, and crumbled blue cheese. I paired them with lightly toasted baguette, assorted crackers, and fresh seasonal fruits and nuts while finishing off with honey and a touch of fig jam.

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I love creating fun and unexpected spreads that bring a twist to traditional holiday treats. This Thanksgiving Cheese Board is one of my favorites because it brings together a mix of flavors that really pop.

I start by arranging chunky slices of 8 oz sharp cheddar alongside rich, creamy 8 oz brie with its natural rind intact. I then add a small bowl of tangy goat cheese, a few slices of toasted baguette and a box of assorted crackers, so there’s plenty for everyone.

To make it even more interesting, I mix fresh red grapes with thin apple slices and dried cranberries, then sprinkle in roughly chopped walnuts and roasted almonds. I finish off the board with a light drizzle of honey over 4 oz crumbled blue cheese and a bit of fig jam served in a small ramekin.

A few fresh rosemary sprigs add a pop of color and flavor to this easy Thanksgiving cheese board thats sure to spice up your fall gatherings.

Why I Like this Recipe

1. I love how the different cheeses in this recipe mix together so well, and every bite feels like a tasty adventure with sweet and savory flavors playin together.

2. I like that its super easy to put together and it makes a really pretty spread without a ton of work; it works great even when Im in a hurry.

3. I really enjoy the mix of textures, from the creamy cheeses and smooth jams to the crunchy baguette and nuts, which makes eating it really fun.

4. Its perfect for parties cause everyone can grab what they want and theres something for every taste, plus it always looks so colorful and inviting.

Ingredients

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Sharp Cheddar: Packed with protein and calcium; its bold flavor adds a savory zing.
Brie: Soft and creamy, offering healthy fats with a slightly earthy and rich taste.
Goat Cheese: Tangy yet smooth with essential proteins that give every bite a fresh kick.
Blue Cheese: Bold and crumbly with beneficial fats, sweetened ever so slightly by honey.
Grapes: Juicy and refreshing, bursting with fibre and vitamins to naturally brighten your board.

Ingredient Quantities

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced into chunks

8 oz brie cheese, with the rind on

6 oz goat cheese, served in a small bowl

4 oz blue cheese, crumbled lightly

1 baguette, sliced and lightly toasted

1 box (approx 10 oz) assorted crackers

1 cup fresh red grapes, washed and halved

1 apple, thinly sliced

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

1/2 cup roasted almonds

2 tbsp honey, drizzled over the blue cheese

2 tbsp fig jam, served in a small ramekin

Fresh rosemary sprigs, for a lovely garnish

How to Make this

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1. First, grab a big serving board or platter and plan out your layout so you have plenty of room for all the goodies.

2. Slice your sharp cheddar into chunky pieces and place them on one side of the board. Then, put the brie on the board with the rind still on so it looks nice and rustic.

3. Scoop the goat cheese into a small bowl and set that aside on the board, so people can dip their crackers or fruit right in it.

4. Lightly crumble the blue cheese over a spot on the board and carefully drizzle the honey over it for a sweet kick.

5. Arrange the baguette slices, which you should have toasted lightly, and the assorted crackers around the cheeses for some crunchy texture.

6. Neatly scatter the roughly chopped walnuts and roasted almonds all over the board to add some extra crunch and flavor.

7. Evenly distribute the fresh red grape halves and thin apple slices across the board for a pop of color and sweet freshness.

8. Sprinkle the dried cranberries here and there, making sure they are easy to reach and add a tangy bite.

9. Place the fig jam in a small ramekin somewhere on the board so it’s an easy dip for the cheeses or even the bread.

10. Finally, garnish everything with a few fresh rosemary sprigs to give the board a lovely, festive look and a hint of herbal aroma. Enjoy your Thanksgiving cheese board!

Equipment Needed

1. Big serving board or platter – to lay everything out nicely
2. Chef’s knife – for slicing the sharp cheddar, apple, and other items
3. Cutting board – if you need a safe surface before moving items to the serving board
4. Small bowl – to serve the goat cheese neat and tidy
5. Small ramekin – for holding the fig jam
6. Toaster or oven – to lightly toast the baguette slices
7. Serving utensils (like a small spoon or fork) – for drizzling honey and serving the blue cheese and other small bites

FAQ

What cheeses are used in this board? The recipe includes 8 oz of sharp cheddar cube chunks, 8 oz of brie (with rind), 6 oz of goat cheese in a small bowl, and 4 oz of lightly crumbled blue cheese.

How do i serve the cheeses? Arrange the cheeses in separate sections. Place the goat cheese in a small bowl and drizzle the blue cheese with honey. It looks great when the cheeses are spaced out with crackers and bread around them.

Can i swap out any ingredients? Absolutely you can! If you dont have brie try another soft cheese. Also, feel free to replace a nut like walnuts with pecans if thats more your style.

How should i prepare the bread and crackers? Lightly toast the baguette slices and serve them along with the assorted crackers. This gives a nice crunch to contrast with the creamy cheeses.

What garnishes add a nice finishing touch? Fresh rosemary sprigs look really pretty on top and add a nice aroma, plus the fig jam helps to break up the flavors and offer a bit of sweetness.

Thanksgiving Cheese Board Recipe Substitutions and Variations

If you can’t find brie, try swapping it with Camembert for that similar creamy feel.
If you’re short on goat cheese, a mild cream cheese mixed with a little lemon zest can work pretty well.
Out of sharp cheddar? A nicely aged Gouda can stand in all its glory.
Instead of dried cranberries, try dried cherries or even raisins if thats what you have.
If walnuts are missing from your pantry, pecans are a sweet, rich alternative perfect for the board.

Pro Tips

1. Let the cheese sit out for about 30 minutes before serving so they get to room temp, which really brings out the flavors.
2. Try to mix up the textures and colors by placing the fruits and nuts in separate clusters; it makes the board look way more inviting and easier for folks to grab what they like.
3. When slicing the cheeses and fruits, aim for even sizes so every bite is balanced, you know, and it feels more professional even if it’s homemade.
4. Lastly, don’t be shy about adding your own twist – maybe sprinkle some extra herbs or even a dash of olive oil on the brie to make the board more personalized.

Thanksgiving Cheese Board Recipe

Recipe by Bob Jones

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Servings

servings

Calories

400

kcal

Equipment: 1. Big serving board or platter – to lay everything out nicely
2. Chef’s knife – for slicing the sharp cheddar, apple, and other items
3. Cutting board – if you need a safe surface before moving items to the serving board
4. Small bowl – to serve the goat cheese neat and tidy
5. Small ramekin – for holding the fig jam
6. Toaster or oven – to lightly toast the baguette slices
7. Serving utensils (like a small spoon or fork) – for drizzling honey and serving the blue cheese and other small bites

Ingredients

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced into chunks
8 oz brie cheese, with the rind on
6 oz goat cheese, served in a small bowl
4 oz blue cheese, crumbled lightly
1 baguette, sliced and lightly toasted
1 box (approx 10 oz) assorted crackers
1 cup fresh red grapes, washed and halved
1 apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
1/2 cup roasted almonds
2 tbsp honey, drizzled over the blue cheese
2 tbsp fig jam, served in a small ramekin
Fresh rosemary sprigs, for a lovely garnish

Directions

First, grab a big serving board or platter and plan out your layout so you have plenty of room for all the goodies.
Slice your sharp cheddar into chunky pieces and place them on one side of the board. Then, put the brie on the board with the rind still on so it looks nice and rustic.
Scoop the goat cheese into a small bowl and set that aside on the board, so people can dip their crackers or fruit right in it.
Lightly crumble the blue cheese over a spot on the board and carefully drizzle the honey over it for a sweet kick.
Arrange the baguette slices, which you should have toasted lightly, and the assorted crackers around the cheeses for some crunchy texture.
Neatly scatter the roughly chopped walnuts and roasted almonds all over the board to add some extra crunch and flavor.
Evenly distribute the fresh red grape halves and thin apple slices across the board for a pop of color and sweet freshness.
Sprinkle the dried cranberries here and there, making sure they are easy to reach and add a tangy bite.
Place the fig jam in a small ramekin somewhere on the board so it’s an easy dip for the cheeses or even the bread.
Finally, garnish everything with a few fresh rosemary sprigs to give the board a lovely, festive look and a hint of herbal aroma. Enjoy your Thanksgiving cheese board!

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.