Holiday Wreath Cheese Display

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This holiday wreath showcases a colorful mix of cheeses including brie, cheddar, gouda, blue, and goat cheese, artfully arranged with fresh rosemary sprigs forming a circular base. Clusters of red and green grapes, pomegranate arils, dried cranberries, olives, roasted almonds, and pecans fill the wreath, creating a festive and textured display. Garnished with thyme and extra cranberries, it's an eye-catching centerpiece ideal for gatherings. Serve with assorted crackers or baguette slices to complement the flavors.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:54:00 GMT
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A festive and eye-catching cheese display shaped like a holiday wreath, featuring a colorful assortment of cheeses, fruits, and garnishes perfect as a centerpiece for any gathering.

This cheese ring always brightens up our holiday table and receives so many compliments from guests

Ingredients

  • Cheeses: 150 g brie cheese cut into wedges 150 g cheddar cheese cut into cubes 150 g gouda cheese cut into cubes 150 g blue cheese cut into chunks 150 g goat cheese sliced into rounds
  • Fruits: 1 cup red seedless grapes 1 cup green seedless grapes 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
  • Savory Additions: 1/2 cup green olives pitted 1/2 cup black olives pitted 1/2 cup roasted almonds 1/2 cup pecan halves
  • Garnishes: Fresh rosemary sprigs (for wreath effect) Fresh thyme sprigs Fresh cranberries (optional for decoration)
  • For Serving: Assorted crackers or sliced baguette

Instructions

Step 1:
Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a large circle on a serving platter to form the base of the wreath.
Step 2:
Evenly distribute the cheese wedges cubes and rounds around the rosemary alternating varieties for color and texture.
Step 3:
Tuck clusters of red and green grapes pomegranate arils and dried cranberries between the cheeses.
Step 4:
Add olives roasted almonds and pecan halves throughout the wreath filling any gaps.
Step 5:
Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and extra cranberries for a festive touch.
Step 6:
Place assorted crackers and/or sliced baguette around or beside the wreath for serving.
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This recipe brings my family together every holiday season to create and enjoy a beautiful shared centerpiece

Notes

Swap in your favorite cheeses such as manchego havarti or camembert For extra flair add honeycomb fig jam or sliced pears Pair with sparkling wine crisp white wine or light reds

Required Tools

Large round serving platter Cheese knives Small bowls (optional for olives or spreads)

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cheese) Tree nuts (almonds pecans) Gluten (if serving with regular crackers or bread) Sulfites (in some dried fruit and olives) Always check product labels for allergens and cross-contamination risks

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This holiday wreath cheese ring requires minimal preparation but delivers maximum festive impact

Holiday Wreath Cheese Display

Colorful cheese, grapes, olives, and nuts arranged into a festive wreath centerpiece for easy entertaining.

Prep duration
30 min
Cook duration
1 min
Complete duration
31 min
Created by Isabella Flores


Complexity Easy

Heritage International

Output 12 Portions

Diet considerations Meat-free

Components

Cheeses

01 5.3 oz brie cheese, cut into wedges
02 5.3 oz cheddar cheese, cut into cubes
03 5.3 oz gouda cheese, cut into cubes
04 5.3 oz blue cheese, cut into chunks
05 5.3 oz goat cheese, sliced into rounds

Fruits

01 1 cup red seedless grapes
02 1 cup green seedless grapes
03 0.5 cup dried cranberries
04 0.5 cup pomegranate arils

Savory Additions

01 0.5 cup green olives, pitted
02 0.5 cup black olives, pitted
03 0.5 cup roasted almonds
04 0.5 cup pecan halves

Garnishes

01 Fresh rosemary sprigs for wreath base
02 Fresh thyme sprigs
03 Fresh cranberries, optional for decoration

For Serving

01 Assorted crackers or sliced baguette

Directions

Phase 01

Create wreath base: Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs in a large circle on a serving platter to form the wreath base.

Phase 02

Position cheeses: Distribute the various cheeses evenly around the rosemary, alternating wedges, cubes, and rounds for visual appeal.

Phase 03

Add fruit clusters: Nestle red and green grapes, pomegranate arils, and dried cranberries between the cheese pieces.

Phase 04

Incorporate savory elements: Scatter pitted green and black olives, roasted almonds, and pecan halves throughout the wreath to fill gaps.

Phase 05

Garnish wreath: Decorate with fresh thyme sprigs and additional cranberries to enhance festive appearance.

Phase 06

Present with accompaniments: Arrange assorted crackers or sliced baguette around or beside the wreath for serving.

Necessary tools

  • Large round serving platter
  • Cheese knives
  • Small bowls for olives or spreads

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and seek professional health advice if you're uncertain.
  • Contains milk (cheese), tree nuts (almonds, pecans), and may contain gluten if served with regular crackers or bread.
  • Sulfites may be present in some dried fruits and olives.

Nutrient breakdown (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 270
  • Fats: 19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Proteins: 12 g