Save to Pinterest A whimsical and colorful grazing board featuring a variety of cheeses, fruits, vegetables, and sweet treats, artfully arranged to resemble clouds and a rainbow&perfect for parties or childrens celebrations.
This grazing board is always a showstopper at gatherings and brings joy to both kids and adults alike
Ingredients
- Cheeses: 150 g mozzarella balls 150 g brie cheese sliced 100 g cream cheese shaped into clouds with a spoon
- Fruits (Rainbow Colors): 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved 1 cup clementine or mandarin segments 1 cup pineapple chunks 1 cup green grapes 1 cup blueberries 1 cup purple grapes or blackberries ½ cup raspberries (optional for extra color)
- Vegetables (Optional for Savory Board): 1 cup yellow bell pepper strips 1 cup cucumber slices 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Crackers & Bread: 1 cup mini rice cakes 1 cup assorted crackers 1 French baguette sliced
- Sweet Treats: 1 cup pastel mini marshmallows ½ cup white chocolate-covered pretzels ½ cup rainbow-colored candies (e.g., M&Ms or Skittles)
- Garnishes: Fresh mint leaves Edible flowers (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large platter or board arrange the cream cheese and mozzarella balls in fluffy clusters to form clouds on one or both ends of the board.
- Step 2:
- Slice the brie and add to the cloud sections for creamy texture and visual interest.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the fruits in curved color-coordinated rows to create a rainbow effect between the clouds. Start with strawberries (red) then clementines (orange) pineapple (yellow) green grapes (green) blueberries (blue) and purple grapes/blackberries (violet).
- Step 4:
- If using add the vegetables in separate small clusters enhancing the rainbow and adding savory variety.
- Step 5:
- Fill in gaps with crackers rice cakes and baguette slices.
- Step 6:
- Scatter mini marshmallows and white chocolate-covered pretzels near the clouds for a whimsical touch.
- Step 7:
- Add rainbow candies along the fruit rainbow or in small bowls.
- Step 8:
- Garnish with fresh mint and edible flowers for extra color and freshness.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate (covered) for up to 1 hour before serving.
Save to Pinterest This board creates memorable moments as family and friends gather around sharing bites and laughter
Required Tools
Large serving board or platter Sharp knife Small bowls (for dips or candies) Cheese knives or spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese white chocolate) Wheat/Gluten (crackers bread) Soy (some candies) May contain Nuts (depending on cracker/candy choices) Always check all packaging for allergen information
Nutritional Information
Calories 250 Total Fat 9 g Carbohydrates 36 g Protein 6 g per serving
Save to Pinterest A joyful and easy-to-make party platter that brings a touch of whimsy to any occasion
Common Recipe Questions
- → How can I make the cheese clouds hold their shape?
Use cream cheese shaped with a spoon and cluster mozzarella balls closely. Chilling the cheeses briefly helps maintain form during assembly.
- → Can the fruits be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, wash, hull, and slice fruits a few hours before assembling. Keep them refrigerated and cover to preserve freshness and color.
- → What vegetables work well with this board?
Yellow bell pepper strips, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes add crisp texture and complement the rainbow color scheme.
- → Are there tips for arranging the rainbow effect?
Arrange fruits in curved rows following red to violet hues: strawberries, clementines, pineapple, green grapes, blueberries, and purple grapes or blackberries.
- → How to add variety without overpowering flavors?
Include mild cheeses and balance with sweet and savory elements like pastel marshmallows, white chocolate pretzels, and assorted crackers for contrast.
- → What are good garnish options?
Fresh mint leaves and edible flowers bring freshness and enhance the visual appeal with natural color.