A stunning platter shaped like a diamond ring with cheeses, fruits, crackers, and sweet accents for special occasions.
# Components:
→ Cheeses
01 - 3.5 oz brie cheese, cubed
02 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
03 - 3.5 oz gouda cheese, sliced
→ Crackers & Bread
04 - 1 cup assorted crackers
05 - 1 cup breadsticks
→ Fresh Fruit
06 - 1 cup green grapes
07 - 1 cup red grapes
08 - 1/2 cup blueberries
09 - 1/2 cup strawberries, halved
→ Sweets & Treats
10 - 3.5 oz white chocolate-covered pretzels
11 - 12 mini vanilla cupcakes (optional, for sparkle effect)
→ Extras
12 - Edible silver or gold leaf (optional, for decoration)
13 - 1/2 cup honey or fig jam
14 - Fresh mint leaves, to garnish
# Directions:
01 - Arrange breadsticks or crackers on a large round serving board to outline the shape of a diamond ring, forming the band and the diamond top with cheese cubes and slices.
02 - Fill the ring band area using additional crackers alternated with clusters of green and red grapes, blueberries, and halved strawberries for color and freshness.
03 - Place white chocolate-covered pretzels and optional mini vanilla cupcakes on the diamond section to simulate a sparkling effect.
04 - Arrange small bowls of honey or fig jam around the board for dipping purposes.
05 - Garnish the platter with fresh mint leaves and, if desired, edible silver or gold leaf for extra glamour. Serve immediately for guests to enjoy.