Pin 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 been a highlight at many New Year celebrations bringing elegance and festivity to the table.
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
- 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 Fresh 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 & Crackers:
- Add slices of baguette crackers and fruit bread in stacks or fans near the cheeses
- Add Sweet Bites:
- 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
Pin This platter always brings everyone together creating a warm and joyful family moment during 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 ~420 Total Fat 26 g Carbohydrates 34 g Protein 17 g per serving
Pin Enjoy this platter as a centerpiece that combines flavors textures and colors for a memorable celebration.
Recipe Q&A
- → What cheeses are included in the platter?
The platter features Brie, Comté, Roquefort, and Chèvre goat cheese, providing a variety of textures and flavors.
- → Can the charcuterie be omitted or substituted?
Yes, for vegetarian options, charcuterie can be omitted and replaced with additional cheeses, olives, or marinated vegetables.
- → How should the fruits be served on the platter?
Fruits such as grapes, figs, pears, and apples should be sliced or halved and artfully fanned out across the platter for visual appeal.
- → What beverages pair well with this platter?
Champagne, Crémant, or a sparkling cider complement the flavors and festive nature of the platter beautifully.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
The platter contains milk, tree nuts, gluten, eggs, and soy. Charcuterie may contain mustard or other allergens, so check labels if needed.
- → How long does it take to prepare this platter?
Preparation takes approximately 35 minutes with no cooking required, focusing on arrangement and presentation.