Cozy Forest Animal Board (Printable version)

A whimsical forest board combining cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and charming animal-shaped touches.

# What you need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 4.2 oz brie cheese, cut into wedges
02 - 3.5 oz aged cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz gouda, cubed
04 - 2.8 oz goat cheese log, sliced

→ Meats (optional)

05 - 2.8 oz prosciutto
06 - 2.8 oz salami, sliced

→ Fruits

07 - 1 small bunch red grapes
08 - 1 small green apple, sliced
09 - 1 small pear, sliced
10 - 1/2 cup blueberries
11 - 1/2 cup dried apricots

→ Nuts & Seeds

12 - 1/3 cup whole almonds
13 - 1/3 cup walnuts

→ Crackers & Breads

14 - 1 cup assorted crackers (e.g., water crackers, multigrain)
15 - 1/2 baguette, sliced

→ Garnishes & Accents

16 - 1/4 cup honey in a small dish
17 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
18 - Edible flowers (optional)
19 - 2–3 animal-shaped cookies or chocolates (fox, owl, hedgehog)

# How to Make It:

01 - Evenly space the wedges, slices, and cubes of brie, cheddar, gouda, and goat cheese across a large wooden board.
02 - Fold or roll the prosciutto and salami, then nestle them around the cheese selections on the board.
03 - Cluster red grapes, apple slices, pear slices, blueberries, and dried apricots in groups evenly distributed on the board.
04 - Sprinkle almonds and walnuts in small piles or scatter them decoratively for a rustic presentation.
05 - Fan out assorted crackers and sliced baguette to fill gaps on the board, ensuring they are easy to grab.
06 - Place a small dish of honey centrally on the board, tuck fresh rosemary sprigs and edible flowers around for a woodland touch.
07 - Position 2 to 3 animal-shaped cookies or chocolates strategically to enhance the forest theme.
08 - Brush apple and pear slices lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Beautifully combines a mix of textures and flavors inspired by natural woodland elements.
  • Easy and quick to prepare with no cooking required.
  • Customizable to suit vegetarian or meat-eater preferences.
  • Ideal for sharing, making it perfect for parties, family time, or casual entertaining.
02 -
  • Use a large wooden board or platter for an authentic rustic presentation.
  • Arrange colors and textures thoughtfully to create visual interest and easy access.
  • Incorporate edible flowers and fresh rosemary to enhance aroma and appearance.
  • Keep fruits like apples and pears fresh by brushing slices with lemon juice immediately after cutting.
  • For neatness, use small bowls for honey and nuts to prevent spills.
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