Fruit & Cheese Board
This simple cheese and fruit board is the perfect easy appetizer for a party, girls' night, or a casual snack dinner. It’s loaded with a mix of cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, crackers, nuts, and fun extras like honey or jam. Perfect for entertaining appetizers that look fancy but take almost no effort!
Ingredients
Cheese (Pick 3-4 varieties)
- 4 oz Brie or goat cheese soft
- 4 oz Sharp cheddar or Gouda firm
- 4 oz Blue cheese or flavored cheese optional for variety
Fruits
- 1 cup grapes
- ½ cup strawberries or raspberries
- 1 apple or pear sliced
- ¼ cup dried apricots or cranberries
Crunchy Additions
- 1 cup assorted crackers water crackers, pretzel crisps, etc.
- ½ cup toasted almonds or candied pecans
Extras (Optional, but recommended!)
- ¼ cup honey or fruit preserves for drizzling
- ¼ cup olives or pickles for a salty contrast
- 1 oz dark chocolate chunks because why not?
Instructions
Choose a Serving Board
- Use a large wooden board, tray, or even a baking sheet. Anything works!
Arrange the Cheese
- Place the cheeses first, spacing them out. Slice firmer cheeses ahead of time for easy grabbing.
Add the Fresh & Dried Fruits
- Nestle grapes in bunches, fan out apple slices, and sprinkle in dried fruit for color.
Fill in with Crackers & Nuts
- Stack or fan out crackers for a visually appealing look. Scatter nuts around for crunch.
Add Extras & Finishing Touches
- Place honey or jam in a small dish, toss in some olives, and, if you're feeling fancy, drizzle honey over the brie.
Serve & Enjoy!
- That’s it! Snap a pic, dig in, and watch everyone be impressed with your fancy but easy appetizer.
Notes
- Make ahead: Assemble everything but the crackers up to 4 hours in advance. Store in the fridge, then add crackers before serving.
- Budget-friendly swaps: Use store-brand cheeses and seasonal fruit to save money.
- Make it kid-friendly: Skip the blue cheese and olives—stick with mild cheeses and simple fruits.