Save An elegant and inviting cheese board featuring a selection of cheeses, fresh honeycomb, floral honey, and delicious accompaniments. Perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated appetizer.
This cheese board has become my go-to choice when hosting friends, everyone loves the combination of sweet honey and rich cheeses.
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g Brie, sliced 150 g Roquefort or blue cheese, crumbled or sliced 150 g Goat cheese, log or rounds, sliced 150 g Comté or Gruyère, sliced or cubed
- Honey: 100 g honeycomb 80 ml floral honey (e.g., acacia or lavender)
- Accompaniments: 1 small bunch of red or green grapes 1 small handful of dried apricots 1 small handful of walnuts or almonds 1 pear, sliced 1 apple, sliced 1 baguette, sliced Crackers or crispbread, as desired
- Garnish (optional): Edible flowers Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the cheeses on a large serving board or platter, spacing them apart for easy access.
- Step 2:
- Place the honeycomb in a small bowl or directly on the board. Pour the floral honey into a small jar or bowl with a honey dipper.
- Step 3:
- Add the grapes, dried apricots, and nuts in small clusters around the cheeses.
- Step 4:
- Fan out the pear and apple slices, and place the baguette slices and crackers on the board.
- Step 5:
- Garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs if desired.
- Step 6:
- Serve at room temperature for best flavor.
Save This cheese board always brings us together during gatherings and sparks great conversations.
Notes
For variety include other cheeses such as Camembert Manchego or aged Cheddar. Pair with a crisp white wine e.g. Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc or a light red e.g. Pinot Noir. Swap nuts for seeds for a nut-free version. Always use ripe seasonal fruits for the best flavor.
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Small bowls for honey and honeycomb Cheese knives Paring knife
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (all cheeses) Tree nuts (if using walnuts almonds) Gluten (baguette crackers) For gluten-free use gluten-free bread crackers For nut-free omit nuts or replace with seeds Always check ingredient labels if you have food allergies.
Save This honeycomb honey & cheese board is a delightful appetizer that combines flavors and textures in a way that impresses every guest.
Recipe Questions
- → What types of cheeses work best for this board?
Soft and semi-hard cheeses like Brie, Roquefort, goat cheese, and Comté provide a diverse range of textures and flavors ideal for balancing the sweetness of honey.
- → How should the honeycomb be served?
Place honeycomb in a small bowl or directly on the board for easy access. Pair it with floral honey to enhance the sweet notes alongside the cheeses.
- → Can this board accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, nuts can be swapped with seeds for nut-free needs, and gluten-free bread or crackers can replace regular ones to cater to gluten sensitivities.
- → What fruits pair well on the board?
Fresh grapes, sliced pears, apples, and dried apricots add a nice balance of sweetness and texture complementing the cheeses and honey.
- → How to present the board attractively?
Arrange cheeses spaced apart on a large platter, cluster fruits and nuts around them, drizzle honey or place honeycomb nearby, and garnish with edible flowers and fresh herbs.
- → Is any preparation needed before serving?
Simply slice cheeses and fruits, arrange all components on the board, and serve at room temperature for the best flavor experience.